Ft2a Manual

Fox Thermal Instruments, Inc.
THERMAL MASS FLOW METER & TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER
Model FT2A
www.foxthermalinstruments.com | 399 Reservation Road Marina, CA. 93933
105397
Rev. C
Model FT2A
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Fox FT2A Manuals:

Fox FT2A Modbus / BACnet MS/TP Manual
Fox FT2A Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet Manual
Fox FT2A View Manual
All Fox Manuals and software available in English only.
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Model FT2A
Table Of Contents
1. Introduction Page 4
2. Installation (Mechanical) Page 7

a. Insertion Type Page 8
b. Inline Type Page 12
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. Wiring (Electrical) Page 14
a. Local Wiring Page 17
b. Input Power Page 17
c. Signal Wiring Page 19
d. Alarm Wiring Page 21
e. Remote Switch Page 23
f. Remote Wiring Page 24
4. Operation (Standard Operation) Page 26

a. Start Up Page 26
b. Display Screens Page 27
c. Engineering Screens Page 28

d. Programming Page 29
e. Menu Trees Page 50
5. Maintenance Page 58
a. Troubleshooting Page 60
7. Appendices Page 66
a. Specifications Page 66
b. Agency Approvals Page 69
c. FT2A with 2 Gas Curves Page 70
d. Dimensions Page 74
e. Mounting the FT2A Enclosure Page 82
f. Warranty Page 84
g. Returning your meter Page 86
8. Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations Page 88
9. Index Page 90
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Model FT2A
Introduction
Scope
Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Model FT2A Thermal Gas Mass Flow Meter and
Temperature Transmitter from Fox Thermal Instruments. The Model FT2A is
one of the most technically advanced flow meters in the world. Extensive
engineering effort has been invested to deliver advanced features, accuracy
measurement performance and outstanding reliability.
This Instruction Manual contains the electrical and mechanical installation

INTRODUCTION
instructions as well as details for programming, maintaining and

troubleshooting the meter.
This manual is divided into the following sections: Introduction, Installation,

Wiring, Operation, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Appendices, Glossary and
Index.

Product Description Theory of Operation
The Model FT2A is an innovative Thermal Mass Gas Flow Meter and
Temperature Transmitter. It is microprocessor-based and field programmable.
The FT2A thermal sensor operates on the law that gases absorb heat. A
heated sensor placed in an air or gas stream transfers heat in proportion to
the streams mass velocity. There are two sensor elements connected to
a balanced bridge circuit. One sensor element detects the gas temperature
and a second element is maintained at a constant temperature above the gas
temperature. The energy applied to the heated sensor to maintain a constant
temperature differential (constant T) is directly proportional to the mass flow
velocity. The FT2A flow meter maintains accurate flow measurement over a
large temperature and pressure range.
Mass Flow Mass Flow

The Model FT2A measures mass flow; an advantage over other flow meters
which measure volumetric flow rate. Volumetric flow is incomplete because
temperature and pressure are unknown and must be measured separately. For
example, the mass flow of a gas depends on its temperature and pressure. As
temperature and pressure changes, the gas volume changes but not its mass.
Therefore a device measuring mass flow is independent of temperature and
pressure. The Model FT2A provides a direct measurement of gas flow in Mass
units (kg/hr, lb/hr), standard units (SCFM, SLPM) or normal units (NM3/hr,
NLPM) with no additional temperature or pressure measurements required.
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Model FT2A
Introduction
Flow Calibration Flow Calibration

The Fox Calibration Lab maintains instrument calibration records on every flow
meter. This data can also be accessed via a computer using FT2A View
software within the instrument. Computer-generated calibration documents
describe specific instrument details that can be sorted by serial number, tag
number or customer purchase order.
INTRODUCTION
Calibration files include details on process conditions, calibration fluid, line size
and other information. All NIST-traceable equipment utilized for the calibration
procedure is identified, as is the calibration history of all reference equipment.
In addition to the Calibration Certificate, a certified flow table that correlates

current outputs with scaled units of flow is produced for each calibrated
device.
I/O Description I/O Description

The FT2A features two galvanically isolated 4 to 20mA analog outputs, one
isolated digital output, one discrete input and a USB port for communication
with a computer.
The first 4 to 20mA output is for flow rate. The second 4 to 20mA output
can be configured either for flow rate or process gas temperature. Both 4 to
20mA outputs can be scaled by the user. The digital output can be used for
frequency or alarm, is programmable to represent flow rate and can be scaled
for maximum flow/maximum frequency, units-per-pulse or pulse-per-units.
The maximum frequency is 100 Hz.
FT2A View interfaces to the USB port and is a free Fox PC-based
software program that displays flow meter readings and permits flow meter
configuration. The software is available for download on the Fox website.
Industry standard communication options are available including optional

RS485 Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, Profibus-DP, DeviceNet, or Ethernet Modbus
TCP. These serial communication options can be selected when ordering the
meter. Modbus and BACnet may be enabled after purchase.
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Model FT2A
Introduction
Display FT2A Functional Diagram

An on-board 2 line x 16 character backlit LCD display shows flow rate, total
flow, elapsed time, process gas temperature and alarms. The display is also
used in conjunction with the Configuration Panel for field configuration of flow
meter settings such as 4 to 20mA scaling, frequency output scaling, pipe area,
zero flow cutoff, flow filtering or damping, display configurations, diagnostics
and alarm limits.
INTRODUCTION
Fig. 1.1: FT2A Function Diagram
Standard I/O
24VDC Input Power
4 to 20 mA Flow
100-240VAC Optional
4 to 20 mA Flow or Temperature
Frequency or Alarm
Contact Input
Display and
Configuration Panel
Standard Digital Communications
USB
MODEL FT2A (Free FT2A View Software)
Gas Mass Flowmeter & Temperature Transmitter
Optional Digital Communications

Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet
RS485 Modbus, BACnet MS/TP
Outputs and Communications are Galvanically Isolated
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Model FT2A
Installation: General
Installation - Model Scope

FT2A Flow Meter This section describes how to install the Fox Model FT2A Flow Meter and how
to get started. Installation methods will vary according to the flow meter type
(insertion or inline).
For Insertion Types:

1. Determine lateral position on the pipe
INSTALLATION
2. Sensor installation depth
3. Sensor orientation in relation to sensor length and direction of flow
4. Proper tightening of compression fitting for mounting meter
For Inline Types:

1. Determine lateral position on the pipe
2. Flow body orientation in relation to direction of flow in pipe
3. Proper tightening of compression fitting
Installation procedures must be performed using a combination of the end

users best engineering practices, in compliance with local codes, and
manufacturers recommendations.
General Precautions
The following general precautions should be observed:

1. Exercise care when handling the flow meter to avoid damaging the probe,
sensor or enclosure.
2. The enclosure covers must be closed except during installation.
3. Mounting FT2A in direct sunlight can cause the temperature inside the
enclosure to increase beyond design limits, resulting in failure of LCD
display and reduced component life. It is recommended that a sunshade
be installed to avoid direct sunlight.
4. Ensure the flow direction arrow points in the direction of flow.
5. Do not install the FT2A enclosure near an igniter, igniter-controller or
switching equipment.
6. Do not install an external power supply in a cabinet containing an
igniter controller or switching equipment.
7. Ensure that good engineering practices and applicable industry codes are
followed throughout the installation process.
8. For accurate flow measurement: review flow meter placement instructions
before installation to ensure a proper flow profile in the pipe.
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Model FT2A
Installation: Insertion Type
Insertion Flow Meter Instructions for Insertion Flow Meter Lateral Placement
Lateral Placement Install the Model FT2A Insertion style flow meter so that it is far enough away
from bends in the pipe, obstructions, or changes in line sizes to ensure a
consistent flow profile. Fifteen diameters of straight pipe upstream and ten
downstream are recommended.
For example, a 2" pipe would require 30" upstream and 20" downstream, but a
INSTALLATION
4" pipe would require 60" upstream and 40" downstream.
i Note: The probe diameter is 1/2".
Fig. 2.1: Upstream and Downstream Pipe IDs for Insertion Meters
Proper
Profile
FLOW
15X Pipe ID 10X Pipe ID
Irregular
Profile
Special Conditions of Use:

Consult the manufacturer if dimensional information on the
flameproof joints is necessary.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to reduce the potential of an
electrostatic charging hazard.
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Model FT2A
Installation Depth Installation Depth

The installation depth of the sensor in the pipe is dependent on the pipe size.
To get the most accurate reading, proper placement of the sensor window
within the pipe is necessary. As shown in Fig 2.2, the end of the sensor
window should be 0.87" past the center line of the pipe.
Fig. 2.2: Cross Section of Insertion Sensor Depth in Pipe
INSTALLATION
MODEL FT2A
Compression Fitting
Half Coupling, (Supplied by Fox)
3/4" NPT Female
(Supplied by Probe Diameter, 1/2
Customer)
Customers Pipe
CL
.87" (22.098 mm)
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Model FT2A
Sensor Orientation - Fig. 2.3: Orientation of Insertion Type Flow Meter

Direction of Flow
INSTALLATION
MODEL FT2A
Flow Direction Arrow
Pipe
FLOW
i
Note: Some flow meters are shipped with the sensor elements that are offset (see
figure 2.4). Others are shipped with sensors that have equal length elements (see
figure 2.5). The sensor type supplied was selected at the factory to be the best suited
for your application. Follow the appropriate sensor orientation instructions.
Sensor Orientation Unequal Length Sensor Elements

- Unequal Length Install the shorter sensor element upstream from the longer one.
Sensors
Fig. 2.4: Unequal Length Sensor Elements
+10
FLOW
-10
FLOW
10
Model FT2A
Sensor Orientation Equal Length Sensor Elements

- Equal Length Install flow meter with both sensor elements facing the flow stream within
Sensors 10.
Fig. 2.5: Equal Length Sensor Elements
INSTALLATION
+10
FLOW
-10
FLOW
Mounting - Insertion Mounting Instructions - Compression Fittings

Insertion Type The Model FT2A is mounted through a " hole and a " female NPT half
coupling provided in the customer's pipe. Insertion style flow meters are not
designed for use in pipes smaller than 1".
Install the compression fitting into the -inch female NPT half
coupling.
When installing in a 2" pipe or larger, install the end of the probe 0.87"
past the center line of the pipe and tighten the compression fitting nut (refer
to figure 2.2 on p. 9).
When installing into a 1" pipe carefully install the probe into the pipe until
it touches the opposite wall and pull back 0.1". Tighten the compression
fitting nut.
While holding the fitting body steady, tighten the nut one and one-quarter
turn to the 9 o'clock position. See Figure 2.6.
Caution: Once the compression fitting is locked onto the probe, the probe
can be removed or rotated, but the insertion depth is locked in place.
i Note: Do not overtighten compression fitting.
Fig. 2.6: Proper Tightening of the Compression Fitting Nut
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Model FT2A
Installation: Inline Type
Flow Meter Instructions for Inline Flow Meter Placement

Placement - Install the Model FT2A Inline style flow meter so that it is far enough away from
bends in the pipe, obstructions, or changes in line sizes to ensure a consistent
Inline Type
flow profile. Eight diameters of straight pipe upstream and four downstream
are recommended (for " meters: 6 (152 mm) of straight, unobstructed pipe
upstream and downstream are required).
INSTALLATION
For example, a 2" pipe would require 16" upstream from the edge of the flow
body and 8" downstream from the other end of the flow body, whereas a 4"
pipe would require 32" upstream and 16" downstream.
The Model FT2A is welded, threaded or flanged to the customers pipe. Care
should be taken to ensure that the diameter of the mating pipe is the same
diameter as the Model FT2A flow body or errors in flow readings can occur.
The installation procedure should be a combination of the end users best
engineering practices, in compliance with local codes, and the manufacturers
recommendations.
See Figure 2.7 for a detailed look at upstream and downstream pipe diameters
for inline meters.
Fig. 2.7: Upstream and Downstream Pipe IDs for Inline Meters
Proper
Profile
FLOW
8X Pipe ID 4X Pipe ID
Irregular
Profile
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Model FT2A
Installation: Inline Type
Flow Body Inline Orientation

Orientation - Install the flow body so that the engraved arrow on the fitting and the arrow on
the flow body are pointing with the direction of flow.
Inline Type
Fig. 2.8: Orientation of an Inline Meter - Directional Arrows
INSTALLATION
MODEL FT2A
Flow Body
FLOW
Mounting - Inline Tightening Compression Fittings

Type The compression fitting has been placed according to the proper depth in the
flow body by Fox factory technicians. After the flow body has been correctly
fitted to the process pipe, the compression fitting may need to be tightened
correctly (see figure 2.6 on p. 11).
i Note: Do not overtighten compression fitting.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: General
Scope Wiring Instructions

Wire the FT2A by opening the enclosure cover, bringing customer supplied wires in
through the conduit openings and connecting to the terminal blocks. The FT2A has
two conduit openings to maintain separation between AC input power and output
signal wiring. To eliminate the possibility of noise interference; use a separate conduit
for AC power, cut all wires short for a minimum service loop and keep the wires within
the area of the FT2A internal metal shields.
Precautions Wiring Precautions

WARNING - DO NOT OPEN THE ENCLOSURE WHEN ENERGIZED OR AN
WIRING
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT.

All plumbing and electrical installations of flow meters must be in compliance
with local codes, the end users best engineering practices, and manufacturers
recommendations.
An external power disconnect and 16A over-current protection are required for the
AC and DC powered FT2A.
Do not install the FT2A enclosure near an igniter, igniter-controller or switching
equipment.
Do not install an external power supply in a cabinet containing an igniter controller
or switching equipment.
This flow meter contains components that can be damaged by static electricity.
You must discharge yourself by touching a grounded steel pipe or other grounded
steel material prior to working inside this flow meter.
For the remote sensor option, the serial number of the electronics enclosure must
match the remote sensor probe.
Close any unused conduit entries using suitably certified plugs
Installation wiring: Cut all wires short for a minimum service loop. Obtain the
correct length for the FT2A wires using one of these methods:
Trim the wires to extend 5 inches out of the enclosure after the conduit and
wires are routed to the FT2A.
Trim the wires to extend 6 inches from the end of the conduit before attaching
them to the FT2A.
Power Wiring Power Wiring

For power wiring, use stranded copper wire, no larger than 16-gauge. If an external
24VDC power source is used, twisted pair shielded cable is recommended. Supply
connection wiring must be rated for at least 90C.
Grounding Grounding
The enclosure must be properly grounded with a quality earth ground. 16 gauge,
stranded wire is recommended.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: General
Signal Wiring Signal Wiring

For signal wiring, the recommended wire gauge is 18 to 22 AWG. Always use
twisted pair shielded cable. The cable shield should not be connected at the
flow meter, it should be connected at the power supply AC ground terminal or
instrumentation AC ground. Do not route the AC power and signal wires in the
same conduit. AC power wires must enter left-hand conduit entry.
Serial Serial Communication Wiring

Communication If you have purchased communications options, please refer to one of the
following appropriate Fox Instructions Manuals:
WIRING
Wiring
Fox FT2A Modbus / BACnet MS/TP Manual
Fox FT2A Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet Manual
Remote Sensor Remote Sensor Wiring

Wiring
Note: Remote wiring is only required when the Remote Electronics option
i is provided.
Five wire shielded cable required, the recommended wire gauge is 18 AWG.
Run the shielded cable through a separate grounded steel conduit to the
bottom conduit opening of the electronics enclosure (no other cables or wires
in the conduit). If you are using your own cable, make sure that the cable
length does not exceed 100 feet and the wire resistance does not exceed one
ohm. Do not connect the cable shield at the electronics enclosure end.
Fig. 3.1: FT2A Wiring

3 X 3/4 " NPT,
Female
AC or DC Input Power Signal Wiring, DC Power
MODEL FT2A
Remote Cable, 5 Conductor,

Shielded, 100ft (30.48m) Max.
(Remote Electronics Enclosure
option only)
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Model FT2A
Wiring: General
Wiring FT2A Internal Components
Fig. 3.2: Internal Components for Wiring the FT2A

Main Board Electronics Inside Display/Cover
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
AC POWER DC POWER
TS2 TS3
1 1 ETHERNET
WIRING
2 2
3 3
I/O WIRING 4 4
AND 5 5
OPTIONAL
MODBUS 6 6
COMMUNICATION 7 7
J1
8 8
9 OPTIONAL
10 COMMUNICATION
(DEVICENET
11
PROFIBUS)
TS8
1
2
REMOTE
3 USB
SENSOR
COMMUNICATION
4 WIRING
5 J4
FT2A Enclosure
Keep power and signal wires within the area

of the metal shields.
Keep power and signal wires out of the

unshielded area.
i Note:
Serial numbers: If you have more than one meter, you must ensure
that the serial numbers of the probe/J-Box, remote electronics,
housing, and/or flow body match one another. These items have
been manufactured and calibrated to operate as a unit and cannot be
mismatched.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Input Power
Power Input Wiring Power Input Requirements: 24VDC Supply

External DC power supply must provide 24VDC 10%, at 0.7 Amps
minimum.
The enclosure must be properly grounded with a quality earth ground. Sixteen
(16) gauge, stranded wire, is recommended for power and earth ground.
Fig. 3.3: Connections for 24VDC Supply

+24VDC
WIRING
24V Return
Earth Ground
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
(+) (-)
TS2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
Caution:
Supply connection wiring must be rated for at least 90C.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Input Power
Power Input Wiring Power Input Requirements: 100 to 240VAC Supply

If the FT2A has the AC power supply option, the AC power must provide 100 to
240VAC -15% / +10% (85 to 264VAC) at 0.2 Amps minimum.
The enclosure must be properly grounded with a quality earth ground. Sixteen
(16) gauge, stranded wire, is recommended for power and earth ground.
Fig. 3.4: Connections for optional AC Power
Earth Ground
WIRING
AC (L)
AC (N)
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
(N) (L)
TS2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
Caution:
Supply connection wiring must be rated for at least 90C.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Signal Wiring
4 to 20mA Loop 4 to 20mA Output Wiring: Customer-Supplied Power Source

Power Provided Bring the 4 to 20mA wiring in through the right-hand conduit hub. Connect
FLOW RATE 4 to 20mA wiring to TS2 pin 1(+) and 2(-). Connect 4 to 20mA
by Customer
output #2 wiring to TS2 pin 3(+) and 4(-).
(Recommended)
Fig. 3.5: 4 to 20mA Output Wiring for Customer-Supplied Power Source
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
FT2A Customer PLC or DCS
WIRING
+24VDC
TS2
1 4 to 20mA FLOW RATE
2 * (see important note below)
3
4
24VDC Return
5
6
+24VDC
7
8
4 to 20mA TEMPERATURE OR
FLOW RATE
10
11 24VDC Return
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
i Important Note
The load resistor on the Fox Flow Meter 4 to 20mA signal is typically
250 ohms and is located in or at the customers PLC or DCS. A 250
ohm resistor in the 4 to 20mA line will result in a 1 to 5VDC signal to the
PLC or DCS. Some PLC/DCS equipment has the load resistor built in to
the unit; please refer to the PLC/DCS technical manual. Do not exceed a
600 ohm load on the Fox Flow Meter 4 to 20mA signal.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Signal Wiring
4 to 20mA 4 to 20mA Output Wiring: Loop Power Provided by FT2A

Loop Power Bring the 4 to 20mA wiring in through the right-hand conduit hub. Connect
the 4 to 20mA wiring to terminal blocks TS1 and TS2 as shown in the diagram
Provided by FT2A
below.
Fig. 3.6: 4 to 20mA Output Wiring for Loop Power Provided by FT2A
24V
1 2 3 1 2 3
TS7 TS1 FT2A Customer PLC or DCS

WIRING
+ -
TS2
1
+
2
3 4 to 20mA FLOW RATE
5 -
6 +
7 4 to 20mA TEMPERATURE
8 OR FLOW RATE
9 - * (see important note below)
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
i Important Note:
The load resistor on the Fox Flow Meter 4 to 20mA signal is typically
250 ohms and is located in or at the customers PLC or DCS. A 250
ohm resistor in the 4 to 20mA line will result in a 1 to 5VDC signal to the
PLC or DCS. Some PLC/DCS equipment has the load resistor built in to
the unit; please refer to the PLC/DCS technical manual. Do not exceed a
600 ohm load on the Fox Flow Meter 4 to 20mA signal.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Frequency/Alarm Wiring
Frequency/Alarm Frequency/Alarm Output Wiring

Output Wiring Bring frequency/alarm wiring in through the right-hand conduit hub. Connect
to TS2 pin 5(+) and 6(-). The frequency/alarm output is an open collector
circuit capable of sinking a maximum of 10mA of current. Frequency or alarm
selection is programmed using the display or FT2A View. Only one option,
frequency or alarm, can be active at a time.
Fig. 3.7: Frequency/Alarm Output Isolated (Recommended)
WIRING
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
TS2
1 +24VDC
2
3
2.4K to 10K OHM
4
5
Frequency or Alarm Output
6
7
8 24VDC Return
9
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Frequency/Alarm Wiring
Frequency/Alarm Fig. 3.8: Frequency/Alarm Output Local +24V Power Option

Output Wiring 24V
1 2 3 1 2 3
TS7 TS1
+
TS2
1
2
2.4K to 10K OHM
3
4
5
WIRING
6 Frequency or Alarm Output

7
8
9
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
i Note:
The FT2A Frequency/Alarm output is typically used to drive digital circuitry or solid-
state relays. The output of a solid state relay may, in turn, operate loads such as
electromechanical relays or alarm indicators.
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Remote Switch
Remote Switch Remote Switch Wiring

Wiring A remote switch can be used to reset the Totalizer and elapsed time, if enabled
in the programming settings. There is no polarity requirement on these
connections. Use TS2 pin 10(+) and 11(-).
When the 2 gas curve option is ordered, the switch can be used to switch
between curves.
Fig. 3.9: Remote Switch Wiring
WIRING
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
TS2
1
FT2A Customer PLC
2 or DCS
3
4
5
6
7
8
EXTERNAL
9 SWITCH
10
11
TS8
1
2
3
4
5
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Remote Sensor Option
Remote Wiring Remote Wiring

Remote wiring is the same for both insertion and inline type FT2A flow meters.
i Note: Remote wiring is only required when the Remote Electronics option is
provided.
Five wire 18 AWG shielded cable required. Run the cable through a separate
grounded steel conduit (no other cables or wires in the conduit). Make sure
that the cable length does not exceed 100 feet and the wire resistance does
not exceed one ohm.
WIRING
Do not connect the cable shield at the electronics enclosure end.
The extension cable connects the terminals of the remote probe enclosure to
connector TS8 of the electronics enclosure as shown in Figure 3.11 and Table
3.1 (p. 25).
Fig. 3.10: Remote Wiring

2X 3/4 " NPT,
Female
AC or DC Input Power Signal Wiring, DC Power
MODEL FT2A
Remote Cable, 5 Conductor,

Shielded, 100ft (30.48m) Max.
i Installation wiring: Keep the wires inside the FT2A enclosure short.
Obtain the correct length for the FT2A remote wires using one of these
methods:
Trim the wires to extend 5 inches out of the enclosure after the
conduit and wires are routed to the FT2A.
Trim the wires to extend 6 inches from the end of the conduit before
it is attached to the FT2A
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Model FT2A
Wiring: Remote Sensor Option
Remote Wiring Fig. 3.11: Remote Sensor Wiring
TS7 1 2 3 1 2 3 TS1
TS2
1
2
3
4
5
6
WIRING
7
8
9
10 Shield
#4 BLK
11 #2
Cable Shield GRN RED

TS8 GRN
#6 WHT WHT #5
WHT
RED*
RED YEL RED
BLK*
RED
BRN* BRN RED
YEL #3 #1
WHT*
WHT
GRN*
WHT
Black Dot Denotes Pin #1
Sensor Wires
Electronics Enclosure Probe Sensor Wired By Fox

SENSOR
Remote Enclosure
*Wire colors listed here represent the wire colors of cables supplied by
Fox. Colors may vary if customer is supplying their own cable.
Remote Sensor Table 3.1: Remote Sensor Cable Wiring

Cable Wiring
Electronics Enclosure Extension Cable Remote Enclosure Sensor Wire

Terminal Numbers Wire Color Terminal Numbers Color
1 Red 1 Red
2 Black 2 Red
3 Brown 3 Yellow
No Connection Shield 4 Green
4 White 5 White
5 Green 6 White
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Model FT2A
Operation: Start Up
Start Up Start Up Sequence

Sequence The program automatically enters the Run/Measure mode after power up. The
screen will show the software version of the FT2A during power up.
USB Interface USB Interface

The USB interface is a standard feature which allows communication with
a PC to monitor readings and configure settings. FT2A View, is a free
application program from Fox that connects to the USB interface and allows
OPERATION
data monitoring, configuration setting, data logging to Excel, and an option to

save and recall FT2A configuration data. A serial communication manual is
WIRING
available for users who want to create their own PC application.
FT2A Display FT2A Display Panel & Configuration Panel

The FT2A display is a 2 line x 16 character display with 4 mechanical buttons.
The meter can be programmed by using the display and configuration panel.
i Note: Fox also offers FT2A View, a Windows-based PC program, that can
be used to program the meter.
Fig. 4.1: FT2A Display and Configuration Panel
Display Window
Mechanical (Push) Buttons
MODEL FT2A
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Model FT2A
Operation: Display Screens
Local Display Measurement Mode

Screens In the measurement mode, there are four different display screens (display
1, 2, 3 and a prompt screen to enter the programming mode). Two display
screens are user programmable (refer to Display Setup p. 36). Scrolling
through the display is accomplished by pressing the F1 or F2 key to view
the next or previous screen. Pressing the F1 and F2 keys at the same time
enters the Engineering Menu screens (display 10 through 26). Keys F1 and
F2 are used to scroll through the different screens and key F4 is used to exit
OPERATION
to Display #1. Pressing the F3 and F4 keys at the same time enters the Reset
Total screen (see p. 46).
Fig. 4.2: FT2A Display Screen Navigation

F1 key: Moves up one screen
F2 key: Moves down one screen
F1
Display #1 1456.5 SCFM

123456 SCF
(User programable screen)
F1 F2 F3 F4 Enter totalizer reset screen

when F3 & F4 are pressed at
the same time
(User programable screen)
Display #2 Elp = 14.6 HR
88.5 F
F1 F2
(Fixed screen)
Display #3 Alarm = None
Elp = 14.6 HR
F1 F2
Set Parameter? (Fixed screen)

Display #4
No Yes
F2 F4 Enter programming screen

Requires password.
Default is 1234.
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Operation: Engineering Displays
Engineering FT2A Engineering Displays

Display Pressing the F1 & F2 keys at the same time in the normal mode, brings up the
engineering displays. These displays show internal parameters of the FT2A
which are used by Fox service technicians.
Use the F1 & F2 keys to navigate. Press F4 to exit.
Fig. 4.3: FT2A Engineering Displays

Enter: Press F1 & F2 at the same time
OPERATION
Press F4 to return to normal mode
Flow in selected units 3124.6 SCFM

Display 10
Sensor voltage in volts csv=0.3432 Volt
Sensor average volts CsvAv=366809

Display 11
Velocity in selected units Vel=112345.7 FT/M
Sensor filtered average in volts FloFlt=3666805.3

Display 12
Velocity in meters/hour Vel=2356.45 M/H
TSI average count TsiAvr=512.5 cnt

Display 13
TSV average count TsvAvr=323.7 cnt
TSI in volts Tsi= 2.1345 Volt

Display 14
TSV in volts Tsv=0.9856 Volt
TSI current in amps Tsi = 0.0435 Amp

Display 15
TSI resistance in ohms Tsi = 221.5 Ohm
RTD9 count RTD9= 345.5 cnt

Display 16
Gas Temperature in degrees C Gas Temp=123.7 C
F1 Key F2 Key
CH1 4-20ma current loop count CH1_420=2167 cnt
Display 17
CH2 4-20 ma current loop count CH2_420=1234 cnt
Frequency output count Feq=1234.5 cnt

Display 18
Alarm codes Alarm=33,35
High flow limit alarm FloHi= 1234 SCFM

Display 19
Low flow limit alarm FloLo=0 SCFM
High temperature limit alarm TmpHi=300 C

Display 20
Low temperature limit alarm TmpLo=10 C
Elapsed time in hours Elp=12.5 HR

Display 21
Status in hexadecimal Stat(hex)=2800
FT2A main board firmware revision FT2A V3.02d

Display 22
Power cycle count Pwr_Cycl=24

Display 23
Error with totalizer count Err_tot=0
TSI resistance in ohms Tsi=221.5 Ohm

Display 24
RTD9 resistance in ohms RTD9=10.3 Ohm
BrShtDnCnt=0 cnt
Bridge shutdown detection count Display 25
F3 & F4 pressed at the same time will

initiate a "Total" reset
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Model FT2A
Operation: Programming
Programming Using Data Entry using the local display module

the Local Display There are 2 basic types of menu entries: one for changing value or string and
one for selecting from a selection list.
Value or String To Change a Value or String :
VALUE = 0.91234
CHG OK
OPERATION
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press CHG (F1) key to change the value, OK (F4) to accept the value.
VALUE = 0.91234
UP DN NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press the UP (F1) or DN (F2) key to select a new digit or character, the cursor
points to the selected digit. Press NXT (F3) to select the next digit and OK
(F4) to accept the entry.
Selecting from a List To Select from a List:
FLO UNT = SCFM

NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F1) key repeatedly until the correct selection is made and OK (F4)
key to accept the entry.
Enter Programming Entering the Programming Mode

Mode
To enter the programming mode, press the F1 or F2 key repeatedly in the
normal running mode until the following screen is shown:
SET PARAMETERS ?
No Yes
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press YES (F4) and the following screen will prompt user to enter password:
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Model FT2A
Programming Using PASWD:_

the Local Display UP DN NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the correct password, then follow the instructions for changing a value
as specified on page p. 29. The default Level 1 password is 1234.
OPERATION
If the wrong password is entered, the message Wrong Password will display
and then return to the programming entry screen.

If the password is accepted, the base programming screen will be shown:
SET PARAMETERS
I/O FLO DSP EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
This is the base screen for the programming mode.
Press EXIT (F4) repeatedly until Normal Mode is seen briefly to exit the
programming mode.
Analog 4 to 20mA Output Analog 4 to 20mA Output

The following menu allows the scaling of the analog 4 to 20mA outputs.
From the base screen, press I/O (F1) and then in the next screen press 420
(F3).
SET I/O
COM I/O 420 EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
The display will show the 4 to 20mA output menu:
SET 4-20 mA
CH1 CH2 EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Select CH1 (F1) to program channel 1.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using 20 mA = 3751 SCFM

the Local Display CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the 20mA and press OK (F4) key to accept the setting.
Then the following screen will display:
OPERATION
4 mA = 0 SCFM
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the 4mA and press OK (F4).
i Note: 4mA is normally set to 0.
mA Fault = 3.6 mA
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This menu allows the user to select an alarm level on the 4 to 20mA when a
serious issue is detected that is preventing the calculation of a correct flow
value.
The options are:
Force the 4 to 20mA signal to 3.6mA
Force the 4 to 20mA signal to 21mA
Do not force 4 to 20mA signal (not used)
Press (F4) repeatedly until Normal Mode is seen briefly to exit the
programming mode.
i Note: When the flow rate exceeds the programmed value for the 20mA set
point, the analog output will stay at 20mA and an alarm code will be generated.
Select CH2 (F2) to program channel 2.
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Programming Using Channel 2 is programmable for flow (CH2=Flow)or temperature (CH2=Temp).

the Local Display
CH2= Temp
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F1) to select Flow or Temperature and then press OK (F4).
OPERATION
20 mA = 300 F
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the 20mA and press OK (F4) key to accept setting.
Then the following screen will show:
4 mA = 10 F
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the 4mA and press OK (F4).

programming mode.
i Note: When the flow rate exceeds the programmed value for the 20mA set
point, the analog output will stay at 20mA and an alarm code will be generated.
Frequency Output Frequency Output

From the main menu, press I/O (F1), I/O (F2) and then OUT (F2).
SET I/O
INP OUT EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press OUT (F2) to select output.
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Programming Using The following screen may show:

the Local Display
OUT = Frequency
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NEXT (F1) to cycle through output options until you have the selection
for "OUT=Frequency" and press OK (F4).
OPERATION
The frequency output can be configured in one of three ways:
(1) specifying a maximum frequency to a defined maximum value of flow
rate, (2) specifying how many flow units total per pulse, U/P (i.e., 0.1 SCF per
pulse) or (3) specifying how many pulses per unit, P/U (i.e., 10 pulses per
SCF). All of these approaches are equivalent.
FREQUENCY OUTPUT
P/U U/P FEQ EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Use P/U (F1) to enter pulse per unit, U/P (F2) for Unit per pulse or FEQ (F3) to
enter the flow and maximum frequency to scale the frequency output.
i Note: When data is entered with any of the three described methods, the other
values will be re-calculated according to the settings.
Pulse per Unit Entering data in Pulse per Unit:

From the Frequency Output Menu above, press P/U (F1) and the following
screen will show:
PLS/UNT = 1.2
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press CHG (F1) to change the setting and then OK (F4) to accept entry.
The value entered is in pulse per selected flow unit total (i.e., 10 pulses per
SCF).
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Entering data in Unit per Pulse:

the Local Display From the Frequency Output Menu on p. 33, press U/P (F2) and the following
screen will show:
Unit per Pulse
UNT/PLS = 0.01
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
OPERATION
Press CHG (F1) to change the setting and then OK (F4) to accept entry.
The value entered is in unit per pulse (i.e. 0.01 flow unit total per pulse)
Max Flow and Entering data with flow and maximum frequency:
Frequency From the Frequency Output Menu on p. 33, press FEQ (F3) and the
following screen will show:
MaxFreq=98.5 Hz
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the maximum frequency and press OK (F4).

(Maximum frequency should not exceed 100 Hz)
The next screen will show:
MaxFlo=4999.8 SCFM
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
i Note: When the flow rate exceeds the maximum frequency set point, the output
will stay at that maximum frequency but the FT2A will issue an alarm code.
Caution: Equation to ensure pulse rate must not exceed 100 Hz.
Alarm Output Alarm Output

To program the Alarm output, press I/O (F1) key from the "SET PARAMETERS"
menu screen, then select I/O (F2) and the screen will show:.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using SET I/O

the Local Display INP OUT EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Then press OUT (F2) and the screen may show:
OUT = HiFloAlm
NXT OK
OPERATION
F1 F2 F3 F4
Then press NXT (F1) to select the correct alarm and press OK (F4).
Selections are:
HiFloAlm = High Flow Alarm
LoFloAlm = Low Flow Alarm
HiTempAlm = High Temperature Alarm
LoTempAlm = Low Temperature Alarm
Not used
Frequency
HiFloAlm=500 SCFM
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the limit by pressing CHG (F1) and then OK (F4).
i Note: There is only one output to operate as a frequency output or an alarm

output. Both cannot operate at the same time.
Discrete Input For Discrete Input Settings:

From the main menu, press I/O (F1) and then I/O (F2) and then INP (F1) key
to select input. The following menu will display:
INP = Not Used

NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F1) repeatedly until the correct selection is shown and then press
OK (F4) to accept the setting.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Selections are:

the Local Display Not used
Tot Reset Reset the totalizer
Switch Crv Switch between calibration curve 1 and
curve 2 (only if 2 gas curve ordered)
Press EXIT (F4) repeatedly until you exit programming mode.

OPERATION
Serial Communication Serial Communication Settings

To program the Serial communication settings, press I/O (F1) key from the
base menu.
SET I/O
COM I/O 420 EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press COM (F1) to select Serial communication:
Comm=Modbus
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Options for serial communication are:

None
MODBUS
BACNET
PROFIBUS
DEVICENET
ETHERNET

i
Note: Any selection other than None requires the communication option for
the selected communication type. If enabling a communication option, see the
associated Fox Communication Manual for specific programming information:
FT2A Modbus & BACnet MS/TP manual or FT2A Profibus, DeviceNet &
Ethernet Manual.
Display Setup Display Setup

Remember, there are four display screens that you can cycle through in normal
operating mode (see Figure 4.2 on p. 27). Two of the four display screens
are fixed and cannot be changed (displays #3 & 4). The other two screens
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Model FT2A
Programming Using are programmable to show the information that you prefer and is discussed in
the Local Display this section.
Display #1 Display #2
DSP1L1 DSP2L1
DSP1L2 DSP2L2
F1 F2 F3 F4 F1 F2 F3 F4
OPERATION
Selections are:
DSP1L1 Display 1, Line 1
Programming Display To Program Display Screens #1 & 2:

Screens #1 & 2 From the base programming menu press DSP (F3) to select the display menu:
DISPLAY/PASSWORD
DSP PSW EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press DSP (F1) key. The display will show:
DSP1L1 = Total
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
These are the selections for the display #1 line #1.

Selections are:
Flo rate Flow rate
Total Total mass
Elps Elapsed time
Temp Temperature
Alarm Error codes
When the selection is correct, press OK (F4) to accept. The display will then
go through the same process for all 4 lines of the 2 programmable displays
(DSP1L1, DSP1L2, DSP2L1 and DSP2L2).
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Model FT2A
Programming Using After the last line of display 2 is accepted, the display will show the following
the Local Display menu:
ALTERNATE = Off
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This menu allows you to alternate between menu display 1 and 2 every few
OPERATION
seconds.
Selections are: On or Off
Press OK (F4) to accept selection.
programming mode.
Password Password
There are two user level passwords, only Level 1 is programmable and gives
access to all the normal settings. The second password is used to allow
access to calibration factors and should normally never be changed unless
advised by the Fox service department, or to set a new password in the event
that the user forgets the Level 1 password.
Default Level 1 password is 1234, and Level 2 password is 9111.
The Level 1 programmable password can be disabled by setting it to 0.
From the base programming menu press DSP (F3) to select the display menu:
Programming To Program the Password:

Password
DISPLAY/PASSWORD
DSP PSW EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press PSW (F3) key to select password.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using PASSWD = 1234

F1 F2 F3 F4
This screen displays the current Level 1 password.

Press CHG (F1) key to change the password and enter new value (see p. 29
for further details).
OPERATION
Press OK (F4) to accept new data and exit programming by pressing EXIT (F4)
i key repeatedly until out of the programming mode.
Note: Password can be number or letter characters up to 4 digits.
Units Settings Units Settings

This menu is used to set the units for mass flow, temperature, pressure
reference and the settings of reference temperature, reference pressure and
density of gas when using Lbs/time or Kg/time.
These values will be set at Fox, using the Application Data Sheet values. If
the customer changes the application, these values can be changed to match
the new application. Check with Fox customer service before changing the
application gas.
The unit setting is accessed from the base programming menu.
SET PARAMETERS
I/O FLO DSP EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press FLO (F2):
FLOW PARAMETERS 1
DGN UNT PRM EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press UNT (F2) for Unit selection.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using The screen will show:

the Local Display
FLO = SCFM
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4

Press NXT (F1) to change selection and OK (F4) to accept.
OPERATION
i Note: The totalizer (total flow measured) will roll over when reaching a certain
value. The maximum value is dependent on the flow units selected.
Maximum Total Rollover Value:

Most flow units: 99,999,999,999
MSCFD: 999,999,999
MMSCFM: 9,999,999
MMSCFD: 999,999
Selections for flow units are:

SCFM LBS/S NLPS
SCFH NLPH MSCFD (MCFD)
NM3/H NLPM SM3/H
NM3/M SMPS MT/H
KG/H NMPS NM3/D
KG/M SFPM MMSCFM (MMCFM)
KG/S MMSCFD (MMCFD) SCFD
LBS/H LBS/D MCFD (MSCFD)
LBS/M SLPM SM3/M
SM3/D
WARNING:
The FT2A re-calculates area, 4 and 20mA values, maximum flow for the
frequency output and zero flow cutoff when changing flow units except
for velocity units. When going to or from velocity units, the FT2A will not
recalculate these values and these values must be re-entered manually.
After pressing OK (F4) to accept the Flow unit the display will prompt for the
temperature unit setting:
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Model FT2A
Programming Using TMP UNT= Deg F

the Local Display NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F1) to change selection and OK (F4) to accept.
Selections for Temperature units are:

Deg C
OPERATION
Deg F
After pressing OK (F4) to accept the temperature unit setting, the display will
prompt for temperature reference in selected unit.
TmpRef = 60 F
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press CHG (F1) to change the reference and OK (F4) to accept.

After pressing OK (F4) to accept the reference temperature, the display will
prompt for the pressure unit selection:
PRES UNT= Psia

NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F1) to select next entry and OK (F4) to accept.
Selections are:
mmHG Millimeters of mercury
Psia Pounds per square inch atmosphere
bara Bar atmosphere
After the pressure unit selection is made, the display will show a menu to enter
the pressure reference:
PresRef= 14.7
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Press CHG (F1) to change it and OK (F4) to accept.

the Local Display
After the pressure reference is accepted, the display will prompt for the gas
density if LBS or KG was selected for flow unit:
DNS = 0.988876 KG/m3

CHG OK
OPERATION
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press CHG (F1) to change and OK (F4) to accept.
i
Note: The density entry is only used when KG/time or LBS/time is selected for
flow rate units.
Density conditions are referenced to 0 C at 760 mmHg.
Flow Parameters Flow Parameters

This is the menu used to set various flow parameter values. They are:
Flow cutoff, pipe area, filter, high and low alarm for flow and temperature.
SET PARAMETERS
I/O FLO DSP EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
The menu is accessed from the base programming menu by pressing FLO
(F2):
FLOW PARAMETER 1
DGN UNT PRM EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Then press PRM (F3):
FLOW PARAMETER 2
CAL SPC PRM EXIT
i F1 F2 F3 F4
Note: The CAL and SPC function keys will only appear and be accessible from
a Level 2 password.
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Programming Using Then press PRM (F3). The first parameter is Flow Cutoff:
the Local Display
Flow Cutoff CUTOFF = 2.0 SCFM
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value for the percent low flow cutoff and then press OK (F4).
OPERATION
When the flow rate falls below the zero flow cutoff, the flow meter will display a
flow value of zero.
Pipe Area To set the Pipe Area:
A^2 = 0.05672 Ft^2

CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the pipe area in square meters or square feet and then press OK (F4).
Use square meters for metric flow unit selections and square feet for English
flow unit selections.
Filter Value The Filter Value is also referred to as a dampening factor and is used to quiet
the readings. The filter value is an exponential filter that dampens the noise
and is used as follows:
Flow Value = (FA * new value) + (FB * average)
Where FA = filter value, FA + FB is equal to 1.0.
A lower filter value will increase dampening of the flow rate and smooth the
reading. A lower filter value will also slow the meters response. For example, if
we enter a filter of 0.8, the weight ratio for the new average is:
New average = (80% new sample) + (20% last average)
Filter range is 0.01 to 1.0, 0.01 being a high filter value and 1.0
= no filter.
Enter the filter value and then press OK (F4).
FILTER = 0.8
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Filter Response (Sec.) 65% of Target

the Local Display 0.09 0.10
0.8 0.15
0.7 0.20
0.6 0.25
0.5 0.30
0.4 0.35
0.3 0.40
OPERATION
0.2 0.60
0.1 1.00
0.05 2.00
0.03 3.00
0.01 10.3
High Flow Rate Alarm To set the parameters for a High Flow Rate Alarm:
HiFloAlm = 1234 SCFM

CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This is the upper flow limit alarm value that can be associated with a discrete
output. An alarm code is generated when the flow value exceeds this limit. If
no checking is needed, this value should be set to zero.
Press OK (F4) to accept the value.
Low Flow Rate Alarm To set the parameters for a Low Flow Rate Alarm:
LoFloAlm = 100 SCFM

CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This is the lower flow limit alarm value that can be associated with a discrete
output. An alarm code is generated when the flow value is below this limit. If
no checking is needed, this value should be set to zero.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using To set the parameters for a High Temperature Alarm:

the Local Display
HiTmpAlm = 230 C
High Temp Alarm CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This is the upper temperature limit alarm value that can be associated with
a discrete output. An alarm code is generated when the temperature value
OPERATION
exceeds this limit. If no checking is needed, this value should be set to zero.
Low Temp Alarm To set the parameters for a Low Temperature Alarm:
LoTmpAlm = 50 C
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
This is the lower temperature limit alarm value that can be associated with a
discrete output. An alarm code is generated when the temperature value is
below this limit. If no checking is needed, this value should be set to zero.
i
Note: If the programming menu was entered with a Level 2 password, then
more menus will be shown concerning factory-set parameters that should not
be changed.
Calibration Parameters Calibration Parameters
This menu allows changing the factory calibrated setting of the flow meter and
is accessible with a Level 2 password. Calibration parameter values are set for
temperature and pressure at 0 degree C and 760 mmHg.
These settings should normally never be changed except by Fox Thermal

Instrument personnel at the factory.
This menu is entered from the base menu and pressing FLO, PRM and CAL.
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Model FT2A
Programming Using FLOW PARAMETER 2

the Local Display CAL SPC PRM EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press CAL (F1) then the display will show:
CAL TABLE
TB1 --- --- EXIT
OPERATION
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press TB1 (F1) then the display will show:
Volt1 = 0.92367
CHG PRV NXT EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press NXT (F3) then the display will show:
Flo1 = 0
CHG PRV NXT EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Use the CHG (F1) key to change the entry, PRV (F2) to move to the previous
entry, NXT (F3) to move to the next entry and EXIT (F4) to return.
Pressing the NXT (F3) key will show the data point voltage, then mass velocity,
and then go to the next data point. The number after Volt (i.e., Volt1) or Flo
(i.e., Flo1) indicated the data point number. The calibration table can hold
up to 20 data pair points. Each data point has a voltage and mass velocity
associated with it.
Reset Flow Total Reset Total and Elapsed Time

Enter the flow totalizer and elapsed time screen by pressing the F3 and F4
keys at the same time in the normal running mode (password required).
RESET TOTAL ?
NO YES
F1 F2 F3 F4
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Press YES (F4) to reset total and NO (F1) to cancel.
the Local Display
i Note: This feature is not available on non-resettable units.
Totalizer Rollover: The FT2A has an automatic roll-over function. The total
Totalizer Rollover flow count of the FT2A will roll over after the following values:
Most flow units: 99,999,999,999
OPERATION
MSCFD: 999,999,999
MMSCFM: 9,999,999
MMSCFD: 999,999
Restore Database Restore Database

Restoring the original factory settings is accomplished from the Flow
Parameter 2 menu by entering a Level 2 password 9111 and pressing the
SPC key (F2).
FLOW PARAMETER 2
CAL SPC PRM EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
The following will show:
K fact=0%
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Upon pressing OK (F4), an option to restore the database will follow:
RESTORE DATABASE ?
YES NO
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press YES (F1) ONLY if you want to restore your database to the initial factory
setting that the meter was shipped with. All current user-entered settings will
be overwritten.
The green LP1 LED will flash at a faster pace until the recall is performed. The
"RESET CRC" screen will follow "RESTORE DATABASE".
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Model FT2A
Programming Using Reset CRC

the Local Display If the NVRAM CRC check fails (Error Code 36), the programmed settings
values will need to be verified and corrected before clearing the error. Call Fox
Reset CRC Customer Service if you need assistance.
RESET CRC?
YES NO
OPERATION
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press YES (F1) ONLY if you want to reset the CRC and generate a new CRC
value.
Simulation Simulation
This menu allows for the simulation of flow rate, temperature and flow input
voltage. It should only be used for testing and demonstration purposes.
Make sure to return all of these simulation values to zero, before returning
to the normal mode of operation.
i Note: Simulated values are only enabled when not set to zero.
Caution: If the 4 to 20mA and/or the pulse outputs are connected to

controllers, set the controllers to manual. This will ensure that the simulated
signals do not cause false controller action.
The menu is accessible from the main programming menu by pressing FLO,
and DGN (F1):
FLOW PARAMETER 1
DGN UNT PRM EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Pressing DGN (F1) will show:
DIAGNOSTIC
SIM TST EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4
Pressing SIM (F1) will show:
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Model FT2A
Programming Using FloSim = 0 SCFM

F1 F2 F3 F4
Enter the value and then press OK (F4).
i Note: Enter zero to disable this feature.
OPERATION
TmpSim = 0 C
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
i Note: Enter zero to disable this feature.
CsvSim = 0 V
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
i Note: This value is used to simulate the Current Sense Voltage (CSV) and
should be set to zero for normal mode.
ENABLE SIM?
YES NO
F1 F2 F3 F4
Press YES (F1) to start the simulation mode, otherwise press NO (F4). Upon
pressing either key, the program will return to the FLOW PARAMETER 1 menu.
i Note: Simulation Mode will be cleared if the power is cycled.
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Operation:
Operation Menu Tree
Section 1
Main Menu Fig. 4.4: FT2A Menu Tree - Main Menu
Enter menu by scolling to display 4

and entering the password
SET PARAMETERS
I/O FLO DSP EXIT
OPERATION
Display Menu, p. 54
Flow Parameters 1 Menu, p. 52
SET I/O
COM I/O 420 EXIT
Analog Outputs
SET I/O SET 4-20 mA

INP OUT EXIT CH1 CH2 EXIT Select either flow
or temperature for
None
channel 2
Modbus
BACnet Comm=Modbus
Ethernet NXT OK
Profibus
DeviceNet Not used INP= Not used 20 mACnt=3265 Temp CH2=Temp
Tot Reset Flow
NXT OK CHG OK NXT OK
Level 2
4 mACnt=367 20mACnt=3748
CHG OK CHG OK
Refer to appropriate Serial
Communication Manual Level 2
20 mA=2345.6 SCFM 4mACnt=274

CHG OK CHG OK
4 mA=0 SCFM 20 mA=300 F

CHG OK CHG OK
Not use mA Fault=Not use 4 mA=0 F

3.6 mA NXT OK CHG OK
21 mA
Digital Output Menu, p. 51
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Model FT2A
Operation: Menu Tree
Digital Output Fig. 4.5: FT2A Menu Tree - Digital Output
Not used OUT= Not used

Frequency
HiFloAlm NXT OK
LoFloAlm
HiTempAlm
LoTempAlm Frequency
Select 1 of 3
methods to scale
OPERATION
High Limit Alarm OUT= FREQUENCY
NXT OK the frequency
output
OUT= HiFloAlm
NXT OK
FREQUENCY OUTPUT
P/U U/P FEQ EXIT
HiFloAlm=500 SCFM
CHG OK
PLS/UNT=2 UNT/PLS=0.5 MaxFreq=100Hz

CHG OK CHG OK CHG OK
Low Limit Alarm
OUT= LoFloAlm
NXT OK MaxFlo=5678.5 SCFM
CHG OK
LoFloAlm=100 SCFM
CHG OK
High Temp Alarm
OUT= HiTmpAlm
NXT OK
HiTmpAlm=300 F
CHG OK
Low Temp Alarm
OUT= LoTmpAlm
NXT OK
LoTmpAlm=10 F
CHG OK
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Model FT2A
Parameter Menu 1 Fig. 4.6: FT2A Menu Tree - Parameter Menu 1
FLOW PARAMETER 1
Flow Parameter 2 Menu, p. 53
OPERATION
DGN UNT PRM EXIT
DIAGNOSTIC SCFM FLO UNT=SCFM

SCFH
SIM EXIT NM3/H NXT OK
NM3/M
KG/H STP
KG/M
KG/S
LBS/H Deg F TMP UNT= F
Simulate Flow? LBS/M Deg C NXT OK
YES NO LBS/S
NLPH
NLPM
SMPS
NMPS TmpRef= 0 F
FloSim=0 SCFM SFPM CHG OK
MMSCFD
CHG OK LBS/D
SLPM
NLPS
MSCFD mmHG PRES UNT=mmHG
Simulate Temp? SM3/H
MT/H
Psia NXT OK
YES NO bara
NM3/D
MMSCFM
MCFD
SCFD PresRef=760
SM3/M
TmpSim=0 F SM3/D CHG OK
CHG OK
Simulate CSV?
YES NO
Note: simulation
value needs to be
CsvSim=0 V greater than zero
CHG OK to be taken
(i.e 0.0001 for a
value close to
zero)
ENABLE SIM?
YES NO
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Model FT2A
Parameter Menu 2 Fig. 4.7: FT2A Menu Tree - Parameter Menu 2
FLOW PARAMETER 2
CAL SPC PRM EXIT
Level 2 Level 1
OPERATION
Calibration Table Parameters
CAL TABLE K fact = 0% Cutoff=12.5 SCFM Flow cutoff in selected units

TB1 (TB2) (TB3) EXIT CHG OK CHG OK
A2=0.0233 Pipe Area in m or ft

RESTORE DATABASE? CHG OK
Level 2
YES NO
sensor voltage
for point #1 Flow Exponential Filter
Filter=0.8
RESET CRC? CHG OK
Volt1 = 0.2479 YES NO
CHG PRV NXT EXIT
HiFloAlm=0 SCFM High Flow Alarm in selected
CHG OK units
Flo1 = 0.0
CHG PRV NXT EXIT LoFloAlm=0 SCFM Low Flow Alarm in selected
CHG OK units
velocity in Meter/
hour for point #1 HiTempAlm=0 F High Temperature Alarm in
CHG OK selected units
Volt20 = 1.2479
CHG PRV NXT EXIT Low Temperature Alarm in
LoTempAlm=0 F
CHG OK selected units
Flo20 = 7046.5
CHG PRV NXT EXIT
Cycle through
up to 20 settings
399 Reservation Road, Marina, CA 93933 Ph: 831.384.4300 Fax: 831.384.4312

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Model FT2A
Display Menu Fig. 4.8: FT2A Menu Tree - Display Menu
DISPLAY/PASSWORD
DSP PSW EXIT
Display 1
OPERATION
Line 1
FLo rate
Total
DSP1L1=FLo rate PASSWD=1234
Elps NXT OK CHG OK
Display 1 Temp
Line 2 Alarm
FLo rate
Total
DSP1L2=Temp
Elps NXT OK
Display 2 Temp
Line 1 Alarm
FLo rate
Total
DSP2L1=Alarm
Elps NXT OK
Display 2 Temp
Line 2 Alarm
When alternate
FLo rate "ON", flashes
Total
DSP2L2=Elps
Elps NXT OK between the 2
Temp displays
Alarm
On
Off
ALTERNATE=Off
NXT OK
Note:
All readings updated every second
Flo Rate = Flow rate of process gas
Total = Total flow of process gas
Elps = Elapsed time since reset of flow total
Temp = Temperature of process gas
Alarm = High/Low Flow Rate or Temperature Alarm
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Model FT2A
Engineering Display Fig. 4.10: FT2A Menu Tree - Engineering Display
Enter: Press F1 & F2 at the same time

Press F4 to return to normal mode
Flow in selected units 3124.6 SCFM

Display 10
Sensor voltage in volts csv=0.3432 Volt
Sensor average volts CsvAv=366809

Display 11
OPERATION
Velocity in selected units Vel=112345.7 FT/M
Sensor filtered average in volts FloFlt=3666805.3

Display 12
Velocity in meters/hour Vel=2356.45 M/H
TSI average count TsiAvr=512.5 cnt

Display 13
TSV average count TsvAvr=323.7 cnt
TSI in volts Tsi= 2.1345 Volt

Display 14
TSV in volts Tsv=0.9856 Volt
TSI current in amps Tsi = 0.0435 Amp

Display 15
TSI resistance in ohms Tsi = 221.5 Ohm
RTD9 count RTD9= 345.5 cnt

Display 16
Gas Temperature in degrees C Gas Temp=123.7 C
F1 Key F2 Key
CH1 4-20ma current loop count CH1_420=2167 cnt
Display 17
CH2 4-20 ma current loop count CH2_420=1234 cnt
Frequency output count Feq=1234.5 cnt

Display 18
Alarm codes Alarm=33,35
High flow limit alarm FloHi= 1234 SCFM

Display 19
Low flow limit alarm FloLo=0 SCFM
High temperature limit alarm TmpHi=300 C

Display 20
Low temperature limit alarm TmpLo=10 C
Elapsed time in hours Elp=12.5 HR

Display 21
Status in hexadecimal Stat(hex)=2800
FT2A main board firmware revision FT2A V3.02d

Display 22
Power cycle count Pwr_Cycl=24

Display 23
Error with totalizer count Err_tot=0
TSI resistance in ohms Tsi=221.5 Ohm

Display 24
RTD9 resistance in ohms RTD9=10.3 Ohm
BrShtDnCnt=0 cnt
Bridge shutdown detection count Display 25
F3 & F4 pressed at the same time will

initiate a "Total" reset
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Model FT2A
Maintenance: Precautions
Precautions GB
WARNING! BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE, TAKE THE NECESSARY SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE REMOVING THE PROBE FROM THE DUCT (EXAMPLE: PURGE
LINES OF TOXIC AND/OR EXPLOSIVE GAS, DEPRESSURIZE, ETC...).
WARNING! EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT REMOVE OR REPLACE COMPONENTS

OR FUSES UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED WHEN A FLAMMABLE OR
COMBUSTIBLE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT.
WARNING! EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT WHEN A

MAINTENANCE
FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT.
WARNING! TURN OFF INPUT POWER BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING A CIRCUIT

BOARD ASSEMBLY FROM THE ENCLOSURE.
Access to Electronics
Accessing electronics is not normally required for maintenance purposes. If a loose
connection is suspected, unscrew the rear end-cap of the meter enclosure to access the
terminations
CAUTION: BE SURE POWER TO METER IS SWITCHED OFF BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

ACCESS ELECTRONICS. If there is a problem and a loose connection is not found, please
contact Fox Customer Service for technical assistance at (831) 384-4300.
Precauciones ES ADVERTENCIA! ANTES DE INTENTAR CUALQUIER MANTENIMIENTO, TOME LAS

PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD NECESARIAS ANTES QUE RETIRAR LA SONDA DEL
DUCTO (EJEMPLO: PURGUE LAS LNEAS DE GASES TXICOS Y/O EXPLOSIVOS,
DESPRESURICE, ETC...).
ADVERTENCIA! PELIGRO DE EXPLOSIN. NO RETIRE O REEMPLACE COMPONENTES O

FUSIBLES A MENOS QUE LA ENERGA HAYA SIDO DESCONECTADA SIEMPRE QUE EST
PRESENTE UNA ATMSFERA INFLAMMABLE O COMBUSTIBLE.
ADVERTENCIA! PELIGRO DE EXPLOSIN. NO DESCONECTE NINGN EQUIPO CUANDO

UNA ATMSFERA INFLAMABLE O COMBUSTIBLE EST PRESENTE PRONTO.
ADVERTENCIA! DESCONECTE LA ENERGA DE ALIMENTACIN ANTES DE REMOVER O

INSTALAR UN ENSAMBLE DE TARJETA DE CIRCUITO DEL GABINETE.
Acceso a la Electrnica
Normalmente no se requiere tener acceso a la electrnica para propsitos de mantenimiento.
Si se sospecha de una conexin suelta, desatornille la tapa posterior de la caja del medidor
para tener acceso a las terminales
PRECAUCIN: ASEGRESE QUE LA ALIMENTACIN DEL MEDIDOR ESTE DESCONECTADA

ANTES DE INTENTAR EL ACCESO A LA ELECTRNICA. Si existe algn problema y no se
encuentra ninguna conexin suelta, por favor pngase en contacto con el Servicio al Cliente
de Fox para asistencia tcnica al nmero (831) 384-4300.
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Model FT2A
Maintenance: Precautions
Prcautions FR
AVERTISSEMENT ! AVANT TOUTE TENTATIVE DE MAINTENANCE, OBSERVER LES
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE NECESSAIRES AVANT DE RETIRER LA SONDE DE LA
CONDUITE (PAR EXEMPLE, PURGER LES LIGNES DES GAZ EXPLOSIFS/TOXIQUES
QUELLES POURRAIENT CONTENIR, DEPRESSURISER LE CONTENEUR, ETC.).
AVERTISSEMENT ! RISQUE DEXPLOSION. NE PAS RETIRER NI REMPLACER DES

COMPOSANTS OU DES FUSIBLES SI LA SOURCE DALIMENTATION NA PAS ETE
DEBRANCHEE DANS UNE ATMOSPHERE INFLAMMABLE OU COMBUSTIBLE.
MAINTENANCE
AVERTISSEMENT ! RISQUE DEXPLOSION. NE PAS DEBRANCHER UN EQUIPEMENT
DANS UNE AMBIANCE COMBUSTIBLE OU INFLAMMABLE.
AVERTISSEMENT ! COUPER LALIMENTATION AVANT DE RETIRER OU DINSTALLER UN

ENSEMBLE DE CARTE DE CIRCUITS IMPRIMES DU BOITIER.
Accs aux composants lectroniques

Laccs aux composants lectroniques nest gnralement pas ncessaire dans le cadre de
la maintenance. Si une connexion lche est suspecte, dvisser le capuchon dextrmit
arrire du botier du compteur pour accder aux terminaisons
ATTENTION : SASSURER QUE LALIMENTATION DU COMPTEUR EST COUPEE AVANT

DACCER AUX COMPOSANTS ELECTRONIQUES. En cas de problme et quaucune
connexion lche nest dtecte, veuillez contacter le service client de Fox pour obtenir une
assistance technique au (831) 384-4300.
Vorsichtsmanahmen ACHTUNG! BITTE ERGREIFEN SIE DIE ERFORDERLICHEN SICHERHEITSMANAHMEN,

BEVOR SIE IRGENDWELCHE WARTUNGSARBEITEN DURCHFHREN UND DIE
DE MESSSONDE AUS DEM ROHR ENTFERNEN (BEISPIEL: LEITUNGEN ZUR ENTFERNUNG
VON GIFTIGEN UND/ODER EXPLOSIVEN GASEN REINIGEN, DRUCK SENKEN, USW.).
ACHTUNG! EXPLOSIONSGEFAHR. KOMPONENTEN ODER SICHERUNGEN BITTE ERST

DANN ENTFERNEN ODER AUSTAUSCHEN, WENN DER STROM GETRENNT WURDE, FALLS
EINE ENTZNDLICHE ODER BRENNBARE ATMOSPHRE VORHANDEN IST.
ACHTUNG! EXPLOSIONSGEFAHR. GERT NICHT VOM STROM TRENNEN, WENN EINE

ENTZNDLICHE ODER BRENNBARE ATMOSPHRE VORHANDEN IST.
ACHTUNG! EINGANGSLEISTUNG AUSSCHALTEN, BEVOR LEITERPLATTENBAUGRUPPEN

AUS DEM GEHUSE AUSGEBAUT ODER IN DIESES EINGEBAUT WERDEN.
Zugriff auf die Elektronik

Der Zugriff auf die Elektronik ist zu Wartungszwecken normalerweise nicht erforderlich.
Falls eine lose Verbindung vermutet wird, schrauben Sie die hintere Endkappe des
Messgertgehuses ab, um auf die Anschlsse zugreifen zu knnen.
VORSICHT: STELLEN SIE SICHER, DASS DER STROM AN DAS MESSGERT

AUSGESCHALTET IST, BEVOR SIE VERSUCHEN, AUF DIE ELEKTRONIK ZUZUGREIFEN. Falls
Probleme auftreten und keine lose Verbindung gefunden werden kann, wenden Sie sich
bitte zwecks technischer Untersttzung an den Fox-Kundendienst unter der Nummer (831)
384-4300.
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Model FT2A
Maintenance: General
Broken or Damaged Probe
If the sensor is broken or damaged, the probe and electronics must be returned to the factory.
A new sensor will be installed and calibrated. Refer to "Returning Your Meter" on p. 86.
Flow Calibration and Calibration Validation

To ensure continued high accuracy of your Model FT2A Flow Meter, Fox Thermal Instruments
Inc. provides a full NIST traceable calibration. It is recommended that the meter be returned to
MAINTENANCE
Fox for a calibration check in our NIST traceable labs after two years of operation.
Fuse Replacement
Verify the fuse is defective by measuring it with an Ohm Meter (Two replacement fuses are
provided with each unit). The fuse F1 is located near the power terminal block and can be
removed by using tweezers or needle-nose pliers. Replacement fuse is Littelfuse part number
0454.750MR.
Warning:
Turn input power OFF before removing or installing a fuse. Use only recommended
fuse replacements.
It is the users responsibility to install the flow meter in an appropriately designed
system with adequate safety protections.
DO NOT remove the flow instrument from the flow body while the system is under flow
conditions.
This product may experience temperatures from as low as -40F (-40C) and as high
as 649F (343C). It is the users responsibility to take safety precautions regarding
operating temperature of the flow meter.
If large flow body has been purchased, user is advised to use a double sling to prevent
rotation of flow body during installation or other method to prevent damage of flow
instrument.
Sensor Wiring
i Note: Sensor terminations are performed at the factory except when the Remote Electronics
option is used or ordered.
Sensor Cleaning
The sensor is insensitive to small amounts of residue, but continued use in dirty environments
will necessitate periodic cleaning. To inspect the sensor, remove power from electronics and
remove the unit from the pipe or duct, exposing the sensor elements. If they are visibly dirty,
clean them with water or alcohol (ethanol) using an appropriate brush until they appear clean
again. Even though the sensor elements are rugged, avoid touching them with any solid object
and use a light touch while cleaning them.
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Model FT2A
Troubleshooting: General
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
Caution! The electronics, sensor and sensor interconnect wires supplied
by Fox are calibrated as a single precision mass flow meter. Interchanging
sensors or sensor wiring will affect the accuracy of the flow meter. If you
experience any problem with your Model FT2A Flow meter, call Fox Customer
TROUBLESHOOTING
Service Department, Technical Assistance at (831) 384-4300.
Problem Possible Cause Action
OPERATION
Display Error Display not operating properly. Check status of LP1 on the
display board. Is green LED
blinking once per second?
If LED is not blinking, cycle
power to reset meter. Call
Fox Tech Support.
Meter does not read up to full Calibration table may be Check the calibration table
scale corrupted for a corrupted location.
Enter the password 9111.
Start on p. 42 of the
FT2A manual and follow
the steps to get to Flow
Parameters 2 menu screen.
Select CAL (F1)
Select NXT (F1) to cycle
through calibration table
to verify entries match
calibration certificate.
Check for CRC error code
Velocity measurement seems 1.Probe not oriented properly 1.Orient probe per installation
low sections: Insertion (p. 8),
Inline (p. 12).
2.Sensor dirty 2.Clean sensor (p. 58)
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Model FT2A
Unit will not power-up a)No power input Check fuse (F1) located
b)Bad fuse next to TS1 on main board.
c)Bad Power supply Check for correct power
TROUBLESHOOTING
supply voltage at TS1 on

main board.
If fuse is OK and unit still

wont power up, call Fox for
additional assistance
Meter does not initialize Electromechanical interference Check meter power cycles.
Press and release F1 and
F2 at the same time; the
display will enter Engineering
screens.
Press F1 to get to screen
#23; record power cycle
value.
Press F4 to return to normal
operation; monitor meter until
problem returns.
Return to screen #23 to
see if power cycles have
increased; microprocessor is
resetting due to EMI electrical
noise entering the meter.
Check Power input and
output cables grounding and
routing.
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Precautions
Velocity measurement is erratic 1.Very turbulent flow 1.Increase dampening

or fluctuating (see filter settings in "Flow
Parameters" on p. 42)
TROUBLESHOOTING
2.Sensor dirty 2.Clean sensor (Refer to
Maintenance section, p.
58)
3.Sensor broken 3.Return flow meter to Fox

for repair (Refer to p. 86
for shipping instructions)
4.Probe not mounted securely 4.Remount probe (see

Installation section, p. 8
and p. 12); must be
mounted securely without
vibration. If vibration
persists, choose a new
mounting location without
vibration.
5.Malfunction in flow meter
5.Return flow meter to Fox
for repair (Refer to p. 86
for shipping instructions)
6.Meter installed incorrectly
6.Re-install meter according
to instructions (Refer to
installation section, p. 8
and p. 12)
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Model FT2A
Troubleshooting: Installation Problems
Installation Installation Problems

Problems The following is a summary listing of problems that may be encountered with
the installation of the FT2A Thermal Mass Flow Meter.
1. Improper wiring connections for power and/or 4 to 20mA output signal.

TROUBLESHOOTING
The FT2A requires a separate power source for the main board and the two
4 to 20mA output signals. Two wires supply 24VDC power to the main
board. Two wires are used for each of the 4 to 20mA output signals. Refer
to Figure 3.4 and Figure 3.5 (p. 17). Also refer to "Wiring Precautions"
and "Helpful Hints" in Wiring section (p. 14) for further guidance.
2. Inadequate power source.

For those models that are powered by 24VDC, a 24VDC 10%, 0.7 Amp
or greater power supply is recommended. If the voltage supplied is not
within this range or if the power supply is not rated for 25 watts minimum,
a variety of problems can occur including inaccurate flow readings, dim
display and faulty programming action. The input voltage must be within
the range of 21.6 to 26.4VDC as measured at the power input terminals of
the flow meter electronics.
3. Flow measurement seems inaccurate.

Check to ensure that the flow meter is installed so that the Flow
Direction Arrow engraved on the flat surface of the fitting below the
electronics housing is properly pointing in the direction of flow. Refer to
Figure 2.8 (p. 13). If not, change orientation of meter.
If you have a Fox insertion type flow meter, check that the insertion
depth of the sensor/probe is correct. The end of the probe should be
adjusted as per Figure 2.2 (p. 9).
For inline meter types, ensure that there are a minimum of ten
diameters of straight pipe upstream of the sensor and five diameters
downstream (" meters: 6 [152 mm] of straight, unobstructed
pipe upstream and downstream required). For insertion meter types,
ensure that there are a minimum of fifteen diameters of straight pipe
upstream of the sensor and ten diameters downstream. If complex
flow disturbances are upstream of the sensor, extension of the straight
pipe may be required to ensure accurate flow measurement. Contact
Fox for assistance.
Ensure that pipe area data in the meter matches data on the Fox
Calibration Certificate. The pipe internal cross sectional area is
programmed into the flow meter through the front panel (see Flow
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Model FT2A
Troubleshooting: Installation Problems
Installation Parameters, p. 42). This area is programmed in square feet or

Problems square meters. The Calibration Certificate delivered with the flow
meter contains the area that was programmed into the flow meter at
the Fox factory. Check to ensure that this area is correct.
TROUBLESHOOTING
4. Erratic flow reading (especially a flow reading spiking high).
This may be a symptom of moisture in the flow stream. Fox flow meters
are designed to work in relatively dry gas applications only. Contact Fox to
discuss resolutions to this problem.
5. Flow meter is not responding to flow.

This problem could be caused by a number of reasons:
Check to ensure adequate power is supplied to the flow meter. If things
appear to be correct, perform this functional test before calling Fox.
Carefully remove the probe and sensor from the pipe or flow body.
Caution: the sensor is HOT. For those flow meters with a display - and
if the display is reading zero - blow on the sensor to see if a response
occurs. If nothing happens, take a damp rag or sponge and place
it in contact with the sensor. A reading should occur. Contact Fox
Customer Service with this information.
A corrupted calibration table may lead to a zero flow reading. Verify
that all Cal Flow Parameter settings are correct by accessing the
"Calibration Parameters" information on meter (see p. 45). Check
meter data for any non-whole numbers and call customer service for
assistance.
6. Display and/or 4 to 20mA signal reading above zero flow when no flow is
occurring in the pipe.
If the reading is less than 5% of full scale, it is likely this is a normal
condition caused by convection flow created by the heated sensor. It does
not mean that the zero of the instrument is improperly set. The Fox sensor
is extremely sensitive to gas flow and can even read the small flow caused
by convection. If this is an unacceptable condition, please contact Fox
Customer Service for alternatives.
7. Mismatched serial numbers

If you have more than one meter, you must ensure that the serial numbers
of meter, remote, and/or flow body match one another. These items have
been manufactured and calibrated to operate as a unit and cannot be
mismatched.
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Model FT2A
Troubleshooting: Alarm Codes
Alarm Codes Alarm Codes

Information to diagnose and clear alarm codes is on p. 53 under the Menu
Tree section. Enter password (9111) and follow the block diagram to get to the
section affected by the error code.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Alarm Reason Action

Code
13 Flow rate above high Refer to the PARAMETER MENU 2 section on
limits p. 42 of this Manual to verify limit is within
range. Check ALM = HiFloAlm under PRM.
14 Flow rate below low Refer to the PARAMETER MENU 2 section on
range. Check ALM = LoFloAlm under PRM.
15 Temperature above high Refer to the PARAMETER MENU 2 section on
range. Check ALM=HiTempAlm under PRM.
16 Temperature below low Refer to the PARAMETER MENU 2 section on
range. Check ALM = LoTempAlm
22 Sensor out of range Refer to the ENGINEERING DISPLAY MENU
on p. 55 of this Manual and the Fox factory
Calibration Certificate to check CSV voltage.
Compare Display 10 value to Calibration
Certificate CSV voltage and verify it's within
range.
23 Velocity out of Refer to the ENGINEERING DISPLAY MENU
calibration table range on p. 55 of this Manual and the Fox factory
Calibration Certificate to check CSV voltage.
Compare Display 10 value to Calibration
Certificate CSV voltage and verify it's within
range.
24 Check settings One or more internal settings are corrupted
or out of spec. Contact Fox Service for
instructions to verify settings.
25 Simulation mode Meter is in Simulation Mode. Refer to the
PARAMETER MENU 1 section on p. 48
of this Manual. Use the SIM Section under
Diagnostics to return to normal operation.
26 Frequency output over Refer to the DIGITAL OUTPUT MENU on p.
range 51 of this Manual. Verify the Frequency
Output settings are within limits.
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Troubleshooting: Alarm Codes
Alarm Codes Alarm Reason Action

Code
32 4 to 20mA for flow rate Refer to the MAIN MENU on p. 50 of this
is out of range Manual. Use the Set I/O section to verify
TROUBLESHOOTING
range limits under FLO Set 4 to 20mA.
33 4 to 20mA for Refer to p. 30 of this Manual. Use the Set
temperature is out of I/O section to verify range limits under FLO Set
range 4 to 20mA. Channel #2 can be set for flow or
temperature. Be sure to check the Alarm limits
(refer to p. 45).
34 Busy Meter is recalculating new parameters.
35 Sensor Bridge The FT2A probe is getting too hot. Open

Shutdown wiring compartment and check sensor wiring.
36 Database CRC Error Refer to the Reset CRC section on pages 50
and 51 of this manual. Verify the programmed
values are verified and corrected before
clearing the error. Contact Fox Service
Department for possible causes.
37 Totalizer Error Detected See "Reset the Total and Elapsed Time" on p.
46 for steps to clear Error Code. Contact
Fox for possible causes.
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Model FT2A
Appendices: Specifications
Performance Specs
Flow Accuracy:
Inline meter: 1% of reading 0.2% of full scale.
" size: 6 (152 mm) of straight, unobstructed pipe upstream and downstream required.
All other sizes: 8 diameters of straight, unobstructed pipe upstream and 4 downstream required.
Insertion meter: 1% of reading 0.2% of full scale.
15 diameters of straight, unobstructed pipe upstream and 10 downstream required.
APPENDICES
Flow Repeatability: 0.2% of full scale
Flow Response Time: 0.9 seconds (one time constant)
Temperature Accuracy:
1.8 F ( 1.0 C) over the range -40 to 250 F (-40 to 121 C);
3.6 F ( 2.0 C), over the range 250 to 650 F (121 to 343 C);
Minimum velocity 60 SFPM.
Calibration:
Factory Calibration to NIST traceable standards
Operating Specs
Units of Measurement (field selectable):
SCFM, SCFH, NMPS, NM3/M, NM3/H, NM3/D, NLPS, NLPM, NLPH, MCFD, MSCFD, SCFD, MMSCFD,
MMSCFM, SMPS, SM3/D, SM3/H, SM3/M, LB/S, LB/M, LB/H, LB/D, KG/S, KG/M, KG/H, SLPM, SFPM,
MT/H
Flow Rates for Insertion Flow Meter:

15 to 60,000 SFPM (0.07 to 280 NMPS) - Air at 70F (20C) & 1 ATM
Turndown: up to 1000:1; 100:1 typical
Typical Flow Ranges for Insertion Flow Meters
Pipe size SCFM NM3/hr
1.5" (40mm) 0-840 0-1,320
2" (50mm) 0-1,400 0-2,200
3" (80mm) 0-3,080 0-4,860
4" (100mm) 0-5,300 0-8,360
6" (150mm) 0-12,000 0-18,900
8" (200mm) 0-20,800 0-32,800
12" (300mm) 0-46,600 0-73,500
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Appendices: Specifications
Full Scale Flow Ranges for In-Line Flow meters:
Size SCFM NM3/hr
0.25" 0-20 0-32
0.5" 0-90 0-140
0.75" 0-180 0-280
1" 0-320 0-500
1.25" 0-580 0-910
APPENDICES
1.5" 0-840 0-1,320
2" 0-1,400 0-2,200
2.5" 0-2,000 0-3,150
3" 0-3,080 0-4,860
4" 0-5,300 0-8,360
6" 0-12,000 0-18,900
Note: Standard conditions of air at 70F and one atmosphere. Consult factory for other
gases and for flow ranges above those listed.
Gas Pressure (maximum):

Insertion: 500 psig (34.5 barg)
Inline (1/4" through 6"): NPT 500 psig (34.5 barg); 150# flange 230 psig (16 barg)
Check with factory for higher pressure options.
Note: Pressure ratings stated for temperature of 100F (38C).
Relative Humidity:
90% RH maximum; non-condensing
Maximum Altitude: 6,562ft (2,000m) max.
Temperature:
ST sensor: -40 to 250F (-40 to 121C)
HT Sensor: -40 to 650F (-40 to 343C)
Enclosure: -40 to 158F (-40 to 70C) DC power*
-4 to 158F (-20 to 70C) AC power
*Note: Display dims below -4F (-20C), function returns once temperature rises again.
Remote sensor junction box ambient temperature: -40 to 212F (-40 to 100C)
Input Power (without the Anybus serial communication option):

24 VDC ( 10%), 0.4 Amps (standard DC power)
100 to 240VAC~(+10%/-15%), 50-60Hz, 0.2 Amps (with AC power option)

Input Power (with Anybus serial communication option):
24 VDC ( 10%), 0.7 Amps (standard DC power)
100 to 240VAC~(+10%/-15%), 50-60Hz, 0.2 Amps (with AC power option)
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Appendices Specifications
Appendices:
Section 1
Note: Fluctuations of AC and DC power supply are not to exceed 10% of rating.
Class I Equipment (Electrical Grounding Required for Safety).

Installation (Over-voltage) Category II for transient over-voltages.
Outputs:
Two isolated 4 to 20mA outputs (output one is for flow rate and output two is programmable for flow
rate or temperature); fault indication per NAMUR NE43.
APPENDICES
Isolated pulse output 0 to 100Hz, 5 to 24 volts p/p for flow (the pulse output can be used as an
isolated solid state output for alarms); 10mA max.
Serial Communication:
USB connector for connecting to a laptop or computer is standard; free PC-based software tool - FT2A
View - provides complete configuration, remote process monitoring, and data logging functions.
Optional isolated communication outputs: RS485 Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, Profibus-DP, DeviceNet, or
Ethernet Modbus TCP.
4 to 20mA Loop Verification:

Simulation mode used to align 4 to 20mA output with the input to customers PLC/DCS.
Physical Specs
Sensor material:
316 stainless steel standard; Hastelloy C276 optional
Enclosure:
NEMA 4X, aluminum, dual conduit entries with NPT or optional M20 x 1.5mm.
Remote Sensor Cable:

To Fox remote enclosure: 5-conductor, 18 AWG, twisted, shielded, 100 feet maximum.
Retractor Assemblies:
Packing gland assembly: 125 psig (8.6 barg ) max.
High pressure (crank) retractor: NPT 600 psig (41.4 barg), ANSI 150 flange & ANSI 300 flange, no
valve supplied.
Insertion Flow Meter Installation:

Fox-supplied compression fitting connects to customer-supplied female coupling welded to pipe.
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Appendices:
Appendices Agency Approvals
Section 1
Agency Approvals
CE: Approved
EMC Directive; 2004/108/EC
Emissions and Immunity Testing: EN61326-1:2008
Low Voltage Directive (LVD): 2006/95/EC
Product Safety Testing: EN 61010-1: 2010
Pressure Equipment Directive: 97/23/EC
Weld Testing: EN ISO 15614-1 and EN ISO 9606-1, ASME B31.3
APPENDICES
FM and FMc: Approved
Class I, II, III, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, T4A hazardous locations.
NEMA 4X Approved
Note: The EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) requires that the minimum ambient and fluid
temperature rating for carbon steel flow bodies not be below -29C.
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Appendices: FT2A with 2 Gas Curves

Section 1
Scope Scope
This section describes added features to the standard FT2A flow meter when
using the 2 gas curves firmware option.
FT2A 2 Gas Curves FT2A 2 Gas Curves

The 2 Gas Curves firmware allows the use of two different calibration tables
when running with different gases. One of two methods can be used to switch
between the two calibration curves:
APPENDICES
1) Use of Contact Input:

When the contact input is programmed for curve switching, an open
contact will select curve #1 and a contact closure will select curve #2.
2) Use of the Keypad:

If the contact input is not programmed for curve switching, pressing F2
and F3 simultaneously will prompt an operator to manually switch curve
upon entering a password and confirming the action by pressing the
appropriate key.
Pressing F2 & F3 simultaneously:
SWITCH TO CRV 1?
NO YES
F1 F2 F3 F4
Password needs to be entered if active (default: 1234):
PASSWORD:_
UP DN NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
After entering a valid password, a brief confirmation message will be displayed

for 1 second:
SWITCH TO CRV 1
F1 F2 F3 F4
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Appendices : FT2A with 2 Gas Curves

Section 1
FT2A 2 Gas 3) Programming Contact Input for Curve Switching:
Curves Enter the menu using steps outlined in "Discrete Input Settings" section (p.
35) and select "Switch CRV". Please note that the flow meter needs to be
programmed for 2 gas curves at the Fox factory before you can select this
function. Flow meters are shipped with pre-programmed user requested
settings.
APPENDICES
INP=SWITCH CRV
NXT OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
Selections are: "Not used"

"Tot Reset"
"Switch Crv"
i
Helpful Hint:
From normal display mode, press F4 to view the current gas curve
selection.

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Section 1
FT2A 2 Gas 4) Programming Densities for Curve 1 and Curve 2:
Curves When the selected flow unit is mass/time, a separate density will be used for
each curve if the meter has been programmed for 2 gas curves. To change
the densities:
Go to the unit menu following "Unit Settings" section.

DNS1 = 0.9876
APPENDICES
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
DNS1 is the density associated with curve 1. Change it as

needed and press OK.
DNS2 = 1.2876
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
DNS2 is the density associated with curve 2. Change it as

5) Programming 4 to 20mA settings for Curve 1 and Curve 2:

When the meter has been programmed for 2 gas curves, 2 sets of 4 to 20mA
settings for flow rate are used. To program these settings:
Go to the 4 to 20mA setting following the "Analog 4 to 20mA Settings" section.
20mA = 500SCFM
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
20mA is the upper limit associated with curve 1. Change it as

4mA = 0
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
4mA is the lower limit associated with curve 1. Change it as

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Section 1
FT2A 2 Gas 20 maCv2=450 SCFM
Curves CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4
20 maCv2 is the upper limit associated with curve 2.

Change it as needed and press OK.
APPENDICES
4 maCv2=0
CHG OK
F1 F2 F3 F4

4 maCv2 is the lower limit associated with curve 2. Change

it as needed and press OK.
6) Operation:
To avoid confusion, only one of two techniques is enabled. If the
contact input is assigned to switch gas curves, then the ability to switch
using the F2 and F3 function keys on the front panel is disabled.
Two totalizers (Total 1 and Total 2) and two elapsed time counters are
available on the display and through the USB serial communication. The
reset function will reset all totalizers and elapsed time counter to zero.
In the event of a power failure, the software will remember the last curve
in use. Upon powering up again, the FT2A unit will continue to use that
curve.
Switching between gas curves will require a password unless the
password is set to "0", which disables it.
The calibration certificates for flow meters with 2 gas curves will identify
which gas is Gas 1 and Gas 2.
When measuring in mass units, a density value must be entered for
each gas curve.

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Appendices:
Appendices Dimensions
Section 1
Local with Fig. 7.1 Local Insertion Meter with Retractor Dimensions
Retractor 3.3
(8.4)
1.50
3.9 (3.8)
(10.0)
1.4
(3.5)
7.12
APPENDICES
8.44 (18.1)
(21.4)
MODEL TFH1000
2X 3/4 NPT,
FEMALE
10.75.25
(27.3.6)
LL
0.87
(2.2)
Table 7.1 Local Insertion Meter with Retractor
Probe Size Probe Size Dimension LL .10

[model code] [inches] [inches / centimeters]
15R 15" 15.0" (38.1cm)
18R 18" 18.0" (45.7cm)
24R 24" 24.0" (61.0cm)
30R 30" 30.0" (76.2cm)
36R 36" 36.0 " (91.4cm)
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Appendices:
Appendices Dimensions
Section 1
Remote with Fig. 7.2 Remote Insertion Meter with Retractor Dimensions
Retractor
3.3
(8.4)
1.50
5.35 (3.8)
4.4
(11.2) (13.6)
2.0 1.4
(5.1) (3.5)
CONDUIT, 3/4, METAL
APPENDICES
7.12
5.9 2X 3/4 NPT, (18.1)
(15.0) FEMALE
MODEL TFH1000
REMOTE CABLE, 5 CONDUCTOR,

SHIELDED, 100ft (30.48m) MAX
10.75.25
(27.3.6)
LL
0.87
(2.2)
Table 7.2 Remote Insertion Meter with Retractor
Probe Size Probe Size Dimension LL .10

[model code] [inches] [inches / centimeters]
15R 15" 15.0" (38.1cm)
18R 18" 18.0" (45.7cm)
24R 24" 24.0" (61.0cm)
30R 30" 30.0" (76.2cm)
36R 36" 36.0 " (91.4cm)

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Local Insertion Meter Fig. 7.3 Insertion Meter Dimensions
3.9 3.2
(10.0) (8.1)
Input Signal
DIMENSIONS
Power Wiring
2x 3/4 inch NPT Female
7.12
(18.1)
MODEL TFH1000
HH
LL
FLOW CL
Table 7.3 Insertion Meter with 316 stainless steel probe
Probe Size Probe Size Dimension LL .10 Dimension "HH" .25

[model code] [inches] [inches / centimeters] [inches / centimeters]
06I 6" 6.0" (15.2cm) 14.4" (36.7cm)
09I 9" 9.0" (22.9cm) 17.4" (44.3cm)
12I 12" 12.0" (30.5cm) 20.4" (51.9cm)
15I 15" 15.0" (38.1cm) 23.4" (59.5cm)
18I 18" 18.0" (45.7cm) 26.4" (67.1cm)
24I 24" 24.0" (61.0cm) 32.4" (82.4cm)
30I 30" 30.0" (76.2cm) 38.4" (97.6cm)
36I 36" 36.0 " (91.4cm) 44.4 " (112.9cm)
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FT
Remote Fig 7.4: Insertion Remote Meter Dimensions
Insertion Meter
3.3
(8.4)
4.4 1.50
(11.2) 3.9 (3.8)
2.0
(5.1) (10.0)
CONDUIT, 3/4, METAL
DIMENSIONS
1.4
Input (3.5)
Power
5.9
(15.0)
7.12
2X 3/4 NPT, (18.1)
FEMALE
MODEL FT2
HH Gas Mass Flowmeter & Temperature Transmitter
LL
FLOW CL
Table 7.4 Insertion Remote Meter with 316 stainless steel probe
Probe Size Probe Size Dimension LL .10 Dimension HH .25

[model code] [inches] [inches / centimeters] [inches / centimeters]
06I 6" 6.0" (15.2cm) 11.9" (30.2cm)
09I 9" 9.0" (22.9cm) 14.9" (37.9cm)
12I 12" 12.0" (30.5cm) 17.9" (45.5cm)
15I 15" 15.0" (38.1cm) 20.9" (53.1cm)
18I 18" 18.0" (45.7cm) 23.9" (60.7cm)
24I 24" 24.0" (61.0cm) 29.9" (76.0cm)
30I 30" 30.0" (76.2cm) 35.9" (91.2cm)
36I 36" 36.0" (91.4cm) 41.9" (106.4cm)
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Local Inline NPT Meter Fig. 7.5: Inline Meter with 316 Stainless Steel Flow Body and
NPT End Connections Dimensions
3.3
(8.4)
1.50
5.35 (3.8)
(13.6)
1.4
Signal
Input Wiring (3.5)
Power
DIMENSIONS
7.12
(18.1)
2x 3/4 inch NPT,
Female
MODEL FT2A
2x NPT Male Thread
CL
Table 7.5 Inline Meter with 316 stainless steel flow body and NPT End Connections
Body Size Body Size Dimension L .10 Dimension H .25

[model code] [inches] [inches] [inches / centimeters]
025P 0.25" 5.8" 12.5" (31.8cm)
05P 0.50" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
075P 0.75" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
10P 1.00" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
125P 1.25" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
15P 1.50" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
20P * 2.00" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
25P * 2.50" 18" 12.6" (32.0cm)
30P * 3.00" 18" 12.6" (32.0cm)
40P * 4.00" 18" 13.1" (33.3cm)
* Also available in A106 Grade B carbon steel pipe (20PC, 25PC, 30PC, and 40PC model codes)
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Remote Inline NPT Fig. 7.6: Inline Remote Meter with 316 Stainless Steel Flow
Body and NPT End Connections Dimensions
3.3
(8.4)
1.50
5.35 (3.8)
(13.6)
4.4
DIMENSIONS
(11.2) 1.4
2.0 Input (3.5)
(5.1)
Power
CONDUIT, 3/4, METAL

7.12
2X 3/4 NPT, (18.1)
FEMALE
5.9 MODEL TFH1000
(15.0)
HH

2x NPT Male Thread
CL
Table 7.6 Inline Remote Meter with 316 stainless steel flow body and NPT End Connections
Body Size Body Size Dimension L .10 Dimension HH .25

025P 0.25" 5.8 9.9" (25.1cm)
05P 0.50" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
075P 0.75" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
10P 1.00" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
125P 1.25" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
15P 1.50" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
20P * 2.00" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
25P * 2.25" 18" 10.0" (25.4cm)
30P * 3.00" 18" 10.0" (25.4cm)
40P * 4.00" 18" 10.5" (26.7cm)
* Also available in A106 Grade B carbon steel pipe (20PC, 25PC, 30PC, and 40PC model codes)
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Local Inline Fig. 7.7: Inline Meter with 316 Stainless Steel Flow Body and
Flange Meter 150# RF Flange End Connections Dimensions
3.3
(8.4)
1.50
(3.8)
3.9
(10.0)
1.4
DIMENSIONS
Input Signal (3.5)

Power Wiring
7.12
2X 3/4 NPT, (18.1)
FEMALE
MODEL FT2
CL
L
2X Flange, Raised Face, ANSI B16.5, 316 SST
Table 7.7 Inline Meter with 316 stainless steel flow body and 150# RF Flange End Connections
Body Size Body Size Dimension L .10 Dimension H .25

05F 0.50" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
075F 0.75" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
10F 1.00" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
125F 1.25" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
15F 1.50" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
20F * 2.00" 12" 12.5" (31.8cm)
25F * 2.50" 18" 12.6" (32.0cm)
30F * 3.00" 18" 12.6" (32.0cm)
40F * 4.00" 18" 13.1" (33.3cm)
60F 6.00" 24" 14.2" (36.1cm)
* Also available in A106 Grade B carbon steel pipe with A105 flanges (20FC, 25FC, 30FC, and 40FC model codes)
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Remote Inline Fig. 7.8: Inline Remote Meter with Stainless Steel Flow Body
Flange Meter and 150# RF Flange End Connections Dimensions
3.3
(8.4)
1.50
5.35 (3.8)
4.4 (13.6)
(11.2)
2.0 1.4
(5.1) Input (3.5)
DIMENSIONS
Power
CONDUIT, 3/4, METAL
7.12
2X 3/4 NPT, (18.1)
FEMALE
5.9
(15.0) MODEL FT2
HH

CL
2X Flange, RF, 150LB

L
Table 7.8 Inline Remote Meter with stainless steel flow body and 150# RF Flange End Connections
Body Size Body Size Dimension L .10 Dimension HH .25

05F 0.50" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
075F 0.75" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
10F 1.00" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
125F 1.25" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
15F 1.50" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
20F * 2.00" 12" 9.9" (25.1cm)
25F * 2.50" 18" 10.0" (25.4cm)
30F * 3.00" 18" 10.0" (25.4cm)
40F * 4.00" 18" 10.5" (26.7cm)
60F 6.00" 24" 11.6" (29.5cm)
* Also available in A106 Grade B carbon steel pipe with A105 flanges (20FC, 25FC, 30FC, and 40FC model codes)
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Appendices: FT2A Enclosure Mounting

Section 1
Mounting the Mounting the FT2A Enclosure
Enclosure When restricted physical installation space exists, the FT2A enclosure can
be mounted in a location away from the remote sensor. Use the dimensional
diagram below to help mount the enclosure properly.
Fig. 7.9: Rear of FT2A Enclosure Showing Mounting Pattern

APPENDICES
5.35
(13.6)
4X 0.188 HOLE FOR 2.93

#8 MOUNTING SCREW (7.4) 2X 1.38
6.06
7.12 (15.4)
(18.1)
3X 3/4 FEMALE NPT
Figure 7.9 shows the rear view of the FT2A enclosure without sensor
or conduit. AC power enters on one side, DC power and signals enter
on either side.
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Appendices: FT2A Mounting Bracket

Section 1
FT2A Mounting Mounting Bracket for the Model FT2A
Bracket A Fox Model FT2A Mounting Kit can be ordered at any time. The kit includes
a mounting bracket with mounting screws and U-bolts. The bracket has been
designed specifically to allow easy mounting of the FT2A to a surface. See
Fig. 7.10 for dimensions.
Fig. 7.10: Model FT2A Mounting Kit
APPENDICES

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Appendices: Warranty
Warranty Warranty
(a) FOX warrants that the products furnished under this Agreement will be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from
the date of shipment. The customer shall provide notice of any defect to FOX,
within one week after the Customers discovery of such defect. The sole
obligation and liability of FOX, under this warranty shall be repair or replace, at
its option, without cost to the Customer, the defective product or part.
APPENDICES
(b) Upon request by FOX, the product or part claimed to be defective shall
immediately be returned at the Customers expense to FOX. Replaced or
repaired products or parts will be shipped to the Customer at the expense of
FOX. FOX shall have the right of final determination as to the existence and
cause of defect.
(c) There shall be no warranty or liability for any products or parts that have
been subject to misuse, accident, negligence, failure of electric power or
modifications by the Customer without the written approval of FOX. Final
determination of warranty eligibility shall be made by FOX. If a warranty claim
is considered invalid for any reason, the Customer will be charged for services
performed and expenses incurred by FOX, in handling and shipping the
returned unit.
(d) The liability of FOX shall be limited to replacing or repairing, at its option,
any defective parts which are returned. Labor and related expenses incurred to
install replacement parts are not covered by this warranty.
(e) As to replacement parts supplied or repairs made during the original
warranty period, the warranty period for the replacement or repaired part shall
terminate with the termination of the warranty period of the original product or
part.
(f) The use of these products is under exclusive control of the purchaser and
FOX specifically denies any responsibility for the calibration of units and/
or accuracy of work performed or the safety of the system in which FOX
products is used. EXTERNAL SAFETY DEVICES MUST BE USED WITH THIS
EQUIPMENT.
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Warranty (g) No warranty is made with respect to custom equipment or products

produced to Buyers specifications except as specifically stated in writing by
FOX and contained in the agreement.
(h) THE FOREGOING WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE SOLE LIABILITY OF FOX,

AND THE CUSTOMERS SOLE REMEDY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS
AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
APPENDICES
LIABILITIES, AND REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS THUS PROVIDED, FOX, DISCLAIMS
ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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Disclaimer Returning Your Meter

Appendices:
Section 1
Returning Your Returning Your Meter
Meter The Fox Thermal Instruments, Inc. Customer Service Department
(PH: 831- 384-4300 or FAX: 831-337-5787) can help you through the process
of returning a meter for service.
If it becomes necessary to return a Fox flow meter for service or recalibration,

please follow these steps:
DISCLAIMER
1. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) Number must be obtained from the

Fox Customer Service Department prior to returning any Fox meter(s).
2. Please have your meters serial number(s) available.
3. Read and complete the Fox RMA Customer Information Form. Be sure to
initial the decontamination statement as well as provide complete return
shipping instructions (we cannot deliver to post office boxes).
4. The entire flow meter must be returned, including all electronics (unless
specifically instructed to do otherwise). ALL serial numbers must match
their corresponding meters. This is especially necessary when returning
remote and/or flow body models.
5. Clean and decontaminate all wetted parts before returning to Fox.
6. Ship the meter to the following address:
Fox Thermal Instruments, Inc.

399 Reservation Road
Marina, CA 93933
Attn: Service Dept.
[RMA Number]
i
Note: Be sure to review all of the information on the Customer Information
Form before sending your meter to the Fox Customer Service Department. The
Fox Shipping/Receiving Department cannot accept meters that have not been
prepared appropriately.
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Disclaimer
Section 1
What to Expect What to expect while your meter is being serviced
During Servicing Depending on the type of service required when returning your Fox meter, there
are varying turnover times for servicing a meter. The average time needed
to service the meter is 7-10 days (not including shipping or peak production
times).
If you have already shipped your meter to Fox for servicing and would like to
check the status of your meter, please fill out our online Service Order Status
DISCLAIMER
form located at www.foxthermalinstruments.com and you will hear from a
Customer Service Rep within 1 business day of your requested update.
Rush recalibration service is available for a fee. Restrictions apply.

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Definitions Aa
Glossary of Terms Glossary of Terms and Definitions
and Definitions
AC Alternating Current
AWG American Wire Gauge
Bara Bar absolute
CTC Contact
CAL Calibration
CHG Change
DEFINITIONS
COM Communication
CSV Current Sense Voltage
DC Direct Current
DN Down
DSP Display
ELP Elapsed time
Feq Frequency
Ft^2 Square Feet
I/O Input/Output
INP Input
IR Infrared (IR Buttons = optical switches)
LB Pound
LB/D Pound per Day
LB/H Pound per Hour
LB/M Pound per Minute
LB/S Pound per Second
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
KG Kilogram
KG/H Kilogram per Hour
KG/M Kilogram per Minute
KG/S Kilogram per Second
M^2 Square Meter
mmHG Pressure in millimeters of mercury
MMSCFD Million Standard Cubic Feet per Day
MXFLO Maximum Flow
NEMA National Electrical Manufactures Association
NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology
NLP Normal Liter
NLPH Normal Liter per Hour
NLPM Normal Liter per Minute
NM3 Normal cubic Meter
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Definitions Aa
Glossary of Terms NM3/H Normal cubic Meter per Hour
and Definitions NM3/M Normal cubic Meter per Minute
NPT National Pipe Thread
PDA Personal hand held computer
UNT Unit
U/P Unit per Pulse
PC Personal Computer
P/U Pulse per Unit
DEFINITIONS
PIP A^2 Pipe Area
PLC Programmable Logic Controller
PRM Parameters
PRS Pressure
PSIA Pounds per Square Inch Absolute
Pt Point
PSW Password
SIM Simulation
SCF Standard Cubic Feet
SCFM Standard Cubic Feet per Minute
SCFH Standard Cubic Feet per Hour
SCFD Standard Cubic Feet per Day
SPC Special Control
STP Standard Temperature and Pressure
TMP Temperature
TSI Internal Variable
TSV Internal Variable
420 4 to 20mA output
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Index
Index Introduction, p. 4
Level 2 password, p. 38
Access to Electronics, p. 14 Local Display, p. 6
Alarm Codes, p. 64 Local Input Wiring, p. 17
Alarm wiring, p. 21 Mass Flow, p. 4
Analog 4-20mA outputs, p. 30 Measurement Mode, p. 27
Breakage or Damage of Probe, p. 58 Menu Tree,
Calibration Parameters, p. 45 Digital Output, p. 51
Dimension Details, Display Menu, p. 54
Local Inline Flange, p. 80 Engineering Display, p. 55
Local Inline NPT, p. 78 Main Menu, p. 50
Local Insertion, p. 76 Parameter Menu 1, p. 52
INDEX
Local with Retractor, p. 74 Parameter Menu 2, p. 53

Remote Insertion, p. 77 Mounting Inline type, p. 12
Remote Inline NPT, p. 79 Mounting Insertion type, p. 8
Remote Inline Flange, p. 81 Orientation of meter - Inline type, p. 13
Remote with Retractor, p. 75 Orientation of meter - Insertion type, p. 10
Discrete I/O, p. 5, p. 34, p. 35 Password
Discrete input settings, p. 35 Level 1, p. 38
Discrete output setting, p. 34 Level 2, p. 38
Display Screens, p. 27 Programming, p. 38
Display Setup, p. 36 Power Input Wiring, p. 17
Engineering Screens, p. 28 Preventative Maintenance, p. 58
Entering the programming mode, p. 29 Product Description, p. 4
Equal length sensors, p. 11 Programming
Filter value, p. 43 Analog 4-20mA Output, p. 30
Flow Meter Placement, Alarm Output, p. 34
Inline, p. 12 Calibration Parameters, p. 45
Insertion, p. 8 Changing values or strings, p. 29
Flow Units, p. 39 Discrete Input, p. 35
Frequency / Alarm Output Wiring, p. 21 Display Setup, p. 36
Frequency Output, p. 32 Filter value, p. 43
Fuse Replacement, p. 58 Flow cutoff, p. 43
Glossary, p. 88 Flow Parameters, p. 42
Input wiring - Remote, p. 17, p. 18 Flow and maximum frequency, p. 34
Input wiring - Local, p. 24 High Alarm Limit value, p. 44
Installation, Frequency Output, p. 32
Compression Fitting - Insertion, p. 11 Low Alarm Limit value, p. 44
Compression Fitting - Inline, p. 13 Password, p. 38
General Precautions, p. 7 Pipe Area, p. 43
Lateral Placement - Inline, p. 12 Programming Mode, p. 29
Lateral Placement - Insertion, p. 8 Pulse-per-unit, p. 33
Mounting - Insertion, p. 8 Reset Total & Elapsed Time, p. 46
Mounting - Inline, p. 12 Restore Database, p. 47
Orientation of Meter - Inline, p. 13 Reset CRC, p. 48
Orientation of Meter - Insertion, p. 10 Selecting from a list, p. 29

90
Model FT2A
Index
Programming (cont'd)
Serial Communication, p. 36
Simulation, p. 48
Unit-per-pulse, p. 34
Unit settings, p. 39
Using the Local Display, p. 29
Remote Wiring Installation, p. 24
Replacements Fuses, p. 58
Reset Total and Elapsed Time, p. 46
Restore Database, p. 47
Return Procedure, p. 86
Scope, p. 7
Sensor Cleaning, p. 58
INDEX
Sensor Orientation,
Inline, p. 13
Insertion, p. 10
Signal wiring, p. 19
Simulation Mode, p. 48
Theory of Operation, p. 4
To program the display, p. 37
Totalizer Rollover, p. 47
Troubleshooting, p. 63
Alarm Codes, p. 64
General, p. 60
Installation Problems, p. 63
Unequal length sensors, p. 10
USB Interface, p. 26
Warranty, p. 84
Wiring
Alarms, p. 21
Frequency/Alarm Outputs, p. 21
Grounding, p. 14
Input - Local, p. 17
Input - Remote, p. 24
Instructions, p. 14
Local meters, p. 17
Power Input, p. 17
Precautions, p. 14
Remote meters, p. 24

91
Wiring
Definition of Terms
Aa
Troubleshooting Tips
i Information
Caution - (refer to accompanying documents):

Please follow the specified instructions and
general safety practices.
Indicates compliance with the WEEE Directive.

Please dispose of the product in accordance
with local regulations and conventions.
Indicates compliance with the applicable

European Union Directives for Safety LVD
(Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC), EMC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2004/108/EC), and PED (Pressure Equipment
Directive 97/23/EC).

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Fox Thermal Instruments, Inc.

THERMAL MASS FLOW METER & TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER

www.foxthermalinstruments.com | 399 Reservation Road Marina, CA. 93933

FOX THERMAL INSTRUMENTS, INC.

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2. Installation (Mechanical) Page 7

4. Operation (Standard Operation) Page 26

c. Engineering Screens Page 28

8. Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations Page 88

This Instruction Manual contains the electrical and mechanical installation

instructions as well as details for programming, maintaining and

This manual is divided into the following sections: Introduction, Installation,

Mass Flow Mass Flow

Flow Calibration Flow Calibration

In addition to the Calibration Certificate, a certified flow table that correlates

I/O Description I/O Description

Industry standard communication options are available including optional

Display FT2A Functional Diagram

Fig. 1.1: FT2A Function Diagram

Optional Digital Communications

RS485 Modbus, BACnet MS/TP

Outputs and Communications are Galvanically Isolated

Installation - Model Scope

For Insertion Types:

For Inline Types:

Installation procedures must be performed using a combination of the end

4" pipe would require 60" upstream and 40" downstream.

i Note: The probe diameter is 1/2".

15X Pipe ID 10X Pipe ID

Special Conditions of Use:

Installation: Insertion Type

Installation Depth Installation Depth

Fig. 2.2: Cross Section of Insertion Sensor Depth in Pipe

Sensor Orientation - Fig. 2.3: Orientation of Insertion Type Flow Meter

Flow Direction Arrow

Sensor Orientation Unequal Length Sensor Elements

Sensor Orientation Equal Length Sensor Elements

Fig. 2.5: Equal Length Sensor Elements

Mounting - Insertion Mounting Instructions - Compression Fittings

i Note: Do not overtighten compression fitting.

Fig. 2.6: Proper Tightening of the Compression Fitting Nut

Flow Meter Instructions for Inline Flow Meter Placement

Installation: Inline Type

Flow Body Inline Orientation

Mounting - Inline Tightening Compression Fittings

i Note: Do not overtighten compression fitting.

Scope Wiring Instructions

Precautions Wiring Precautions

EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT.

Power Wiring Power Wiring

Signal Wiring Signal Wiring

Serial Serial Communication Wiring

Remote Sensor Remote Sensor Wiring

Fig. 3.1: FT2A Wiring

Remote Cable, 5 Conductor,

Wiring FT2A Internal Components

Fig. 3.2: Internal Components for Wiring the FT2A

Keep power and signal wires within the area

Keep power and signal wires out of the

Wiring: Input Power

Power Input Wiring Power Input Requirements: 24VDC Supply

Fig. 3.3: Connections for 24VDC Supply